BiORetention Ponds
A bioretention pond is an innovative stormwater management system designed to mimic natural processes for treating runoff from urban areas. These ponds, also known as rain gardens or bioretention cells, are engineered depressions filled with a variety of soil layers and plants strategically located to capture and treat rainwater before it re-enters local waterways.
How it Works
When it rains, water from hard surfaces like roads, parking lots, and rooftops flows into the bioretention pond instead of directly into storm drains. The pond collects this runoff, where it slowly filters through layers of specially designed soil. As water moves through these layers, pollutants such as heavy metals, oils, and nutrients are removed, resulting in cleaner water that can either infiltrate into the ground or flow to a nearby water body.
The plants within the pond are carefully selected for their ability to absorb excess nutrients and water. Native plants are often used because they are well-suited to local conditions and provide habitat for pollinators and other wildlife. These plants beautify the landscape and enhance the pond’s effectiveness by uptaking contaminants and stabilizing the soil with their roots.
Benefits of Bioretention Ponds
Water Quality Improvement: By filtering out pollutants, bioretention ponds help reduce the impact of urban runoff on streams, rivers, and lakes.
Flood Control: These systems can temporarily store water, reducing the risk of flooding during heavy rainfall events.
Habitat Creation: Bioretention ponds often become small ecosystems, supporting local wildlife and improving biodiversity.
Aesthetic Appeal: In addition to their functional benefits, bioretention ponds are visually attractive, adding greenery to urban areas and enhancing community spaces.
Maintenance
Proper maintenance is crucial for ensuring the long-term effectiveness of bioretention ponds. Regular tasks include removing sediment buildup, ensuring plants are healthy, and managing invasive species. With proper care, a bioretention pond can last for decades and continue providing environmental benefits.
At Terrascape, we work with top engineers and contractors to fill bioretention ponds with our slinger and blower trucks. Our truck capabilities allow for exact placement of a variety of aggregates and soils, in a cost efficient and quick manner. Call us today at 615-394-1647 to learn more out our bioretention pond services. Your single solution for slinger and blower topsoil and bio soil needs.
TerraScape
2870 Old Fort Pkwy
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
Office: (615) 394-1647