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Retention, Detention, and Storm Water Ponds for California
California did not create nine water boards to manage the entire state’s water supply
California Backyard Ponds
Residential and backyard ponds make up the majority of new water features added to California
Liner Recommendations for All Types of California Ponds
Like ponds built anywhere in the country, California ponds need reliable and flexible liners
Aquaculture Liner Requirements in California
Fish farming is big business, thanks in no small part to the development of new and better flexible liner products
Ponds and Water Features for California Golf Courses, Resorts, and More
When drought conditions affect larger parts of the state, water restrictions are increased by the various water boards in California
California’s Weather and Soil Conditions: How Pond Liners Are Affected
While each state has its unique challenges for pond construction, California’s natural conditions can be particularly hard on liner materials
Water Limitations, Droughts and California Ponds
Water restrictions have been in place for decades in most of California, just like the rest of the Western states.
The Future of Firefighting in Water-Scarce California
As the impact of changing weather patterns intensifies, California is confronting an unsettling new reality
Firefighting in the Wildland-Urban Interface
As urban centers expand and land prices for a growing population continue to skyrocket
Turning Farm Ponds to Fire Shields: Is it Worth the Investment?
California, the country’s agricultural heartland, is more than just sun-kissed vineyards and almond orchards
Fire Ponds: A Powerful Tool for Firefighting
Fire ponds, also known as fire retention or fire control ponds, play a crucial role in firefighting operations.
Dual-Use Fire Ponds for Recreation and Livestock Watering
Fire ponds, located outside the city and nestled close to nature, offer more than just firefighting capabilities.
Dual-Use Fire Ponds for Irrigation
In water-stressed regions like California, the need for creative solutions to address both firefighting and irrigation
Designing and Building a Remote Fire Retention Pond
Wildlands in California often consist of rugged and inaccessible terrain, including high mountain ranges
Enhancing Fire Safety and Water Accessibility: The Role of Residential Fire Ponds
In rural areas, where farmsteads and rural properties are at risk of fires, securing a reliable water supply is crucial for effective firefighting
Understanding Fire Retention Ponds: A Step Toward Sustainable Water Management in California
California faces an increasingly daunting challenge as wildfires continue to ravage the state.
California Water Scarcity
California relies heavily on a delicate balance of winter snowfall in the Sierra Nevada
Harvesting Rainwater for Use During California Droughts: What is the Difference Between Detention and Retention Ponds?
Between a growing agricultural sector and an ever-expanding population
How are Pond Liners Affected by California’s Climate and Soil Conditions?
Every region is unique—but California’s Central Valley is among the most unique
Types of Liners for Rainwater Collection and Storage Systems
Rainwater collection and storage is one way that people in California
Types of Rainwater Harvesting Systems
If rainwater harvesting and storage is one of the key solutions to help agricultural producers work through California’s notable drought periods
Crops and Water Preservation in California
We’ve established that capturing and storing rainwater is one of the key ways that California can address water shortage
Rainwater Harvesting During California Drought Periods
Rainwater harvesting may prove a vital solution in drought-prone areas like California
Droughts in California
Of all the regions in the United States, there are only a handful of places where droughts are common