Phrases with «retention pond»

A retention pond is a small, man-made body of water used to collect and store excess rainwater. It helps to prevent flooding in an area by containing and slowly releasing the water into natural drainage systems like rivers or underground aquifers. Full definition

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Sentences with «retention pond»

A common concern, particularly as the weather wavers from just below freezing up to the 30's, are ponds, rivers and lakes, particularly retention ponds in condominium complexes. (stevedalepetworld.com)
Democratic Congressman Sean Patrick Maloney has penned a letter to U.S. Department of Defense Secretary Ashton Carter, calling for an immediate investigation into the possible cause of PFOS contamination in Newburgh's main drinking water source — outfalls into retention ponds at Stewart Air National Guard Base in Newburgh. (wamc.org)
He added that the size of the storm - water retention pond behind Neuqua Valley High School would be adequate for run - off from the new park. (articles.chicagotribune.com)
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Phrases with «retention pond»

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