Stormwater Detention and Retention Ponds

• Description: Detention ponds temporarily store stormwater runoff and slowly release it back into the environment, while retention ponds permanently store stormwater and allow for infiltration or reuse. These systems can be integrated into urban landscapes.

• Applications: Urban parks, commercial developments, residential areas, and stormwater management systems.

• Advantages: Reduces the risk of flooding, provides a source of water for landscaping, and can improve local water quality by settling out pollutants.