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Reservoir Dog Days

Like with any body of water, benefits do come with some risk. 

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Retention Ponds: Best Practices for Best Results

For a reservoir that’s meant to hold water for a long period of time, or protect the local groundwater from toxins and chemicals

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Attention to Retention Ponds

Retention ponds, or Stormwater Wet ponds, are permanent bodies of water that provide opportunities for treatment 

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Damming Circumstances Reservoir Ponds

Before construction can begin, the river must be diverted through constructed channels on the surface or underground

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More Important Considerations in Reservoir Design

Fast-moving or highly turbid water can carve deep ravines throughout a waterway or reservoir

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Important Considerations in Reservoir Pond Design

The overall construction and individual functions of a reservoir will vary depending on the goals of the builder 

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Reservoir Classification

The local geology, the intended use of the water collected, and where/when the water is meant to be released are all defining parts of a reservoir

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What About Other Reservoirs?

Flood control reservoirs are incredibly important for protecting life and developments located further downstream

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Agricultural Reservoirs - Running off the Farm

Construction sites, or areas cleared for agricultural purposes, are especially vulnerable to increased sediment and pollutant run-off

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What Goes into a Reservoir Pond?

As new residential or commercial developments are built, like roads, parking lots, sidewalks, and subdivisions, the natural landscape is no longer able to absorb water 

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What is a Reservoir Pond Good For?

Humans have been storing water in artificial ponds and lakes for a very long time. 

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