Phrases with «detention ponds»

Detention ponds are special areas designed to hold and store excess rainwater or runoff from storms. They help prevent flooding by slowing down the flow of water and allowing it to gradually seep into the ground or be released safely. Full definition

Sentences with «detention ponds»

  • The school district's plans, however, are to have several detention ponds on the property and to replace a 12 - inch storm - water pipe with a 36 - inch one. (articles.chicagotribune.com)
  • School Board President Marge Persico said the school district's main concern is to satisfy drainage requirements without having to build a deep detention pond. (articles.chicagotribune.com)
  • One bike path would begin near Buffalo Grove at the Sugar Creek detention pond and extend north through Sullivan Woods to the municipal golf course. (articles.chicagotribune.com)
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