Is My Stormwater Pond Damaged? 3 Red Flags to Watch Out For
Stormwater ponds are important for managing excess rainfall to prevent flooding, filtering pollutants, and enhancing beauty. When left unmanaged, they can create potential hazards. It’s important to watch for the “red flags” and address issues before they become bigger problems. Stormwater pond warning signs include:
Red Flag #1 - Damage to System
Corrosion, fractures, cracks, or signs of collapse on inlet or outlet structures. When left unaddressed, these small deficiencies can diminish the functionality of your stormwater system and may lead to costly repairs. Have your pond professionally inspected yearly for damage and address any damage early on.
Red Flag #2 - Poor Water Quality
Recurring water quality issues. Stormwater ponds filter pollutants from runoff before the water is released into local waterways. The captured excess nutrients can lead to water quality issues like algae and weed growth. Combat these issues by reducing nutrient levels through proactive solutions like shoreline buffers, nutrient remediation, or aeration. When nutrient levels are balanced, algae and weeds are less likely to thrive.
Red Flag #3 - Sediment Build-up
Recurring water quality issues. Stormwater ponds filter pollutants from runoff before the water is released into local waterways. The captured excess nutrients can lead to water quality issues like algae and weed growth. Combat these issues by reducing nutrient levels through proactive solutions like shoreline buffers, nutrient remediation, or aeration. When nutrient levels are balanced, algae and weeds are less likely to thrive.
Stormwater Pond Management
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SOLitude’s team of aquatic scientists specializes in the development and execution of customized lake, stormwater pond, wetland and fisheries management programs. Services include water quality testing and restoration, algae and aquatic weed control, installation and maintenance of fountains and aeration systems, shoreline erosion control, muck and sediment removal and invasive species management. SOLitude partners with homeowners associations, golf courses, private landowners, businesses and municipalities. SOLitude Lake Management is part of Rentokil, a leading business services company, operating across the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico.
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