Ponds

Dirt Logic offers complete Detention Retention Pond construction services.

Our professional staff completes all work on time using state-of-the-art excavation equipment.

What is a Detention Retention Pond?

Retention and Detention ponds, (also known as wet or dry ponds), are the two different types of ponds used for flood control and stormwater runoff treatment. Both systems function to settle sediments and other solids typically present in stormwater runoff.

Retention ponds, (wet), maintain a pool of water throughout the year and hold stormwater runoff following storms. Retention ponds have a permanent pool of water that fluctuates in response to precipitation and runoff from the contributing areas. Maintaining a pool discourages re-suspension and keeps deposited sediments at the bottom of the holding area.

Detention ponds hold water for a short period of time and are more common in the dryer western regions and serve as important flood control features. They are typically dry except during or after rain or snow melt. Their purpose is to slow down water flow and hold it for a short period of time, usually 24 hours. Urban areas rely on these to reduce peak runoff rates associated with storms, decreasing flood damage to the region.

Detention ponds can be designed for a variety of storm events and purposes. The land area available for construction, slope of the site and contributing area
are all factors to be considered. Also, an emergency spillway is usually required to allow for safety during flood events.

What is the difference between a Detention Retention Pond? The main difference between a detention and a retention pond is whether or not it has a permanent pool of water. The water level is determined by the drain pipe placement. A detention, or dry, pond has a drain pipe at the bottom of the basin so that all of the water eventually drains out and it remains dry between storms. Retention ponds have a drain pipe at a higher point so that it retains a permanent pool of water.

Our service area includes Spring, Houston, Cypress, The Woodlands, Magnolia, Tomball, Montgomery, Conroe and surrounding cities.

Dirt Logic has the experience, expertise and knowledge to get Detention Retention Pond projects completed on time and within budget. We provide competitive pricing for Detention Retention Pond construction, quality work and dependable services.

Our staff approaches all excavation projects regardless of size for residential or commercial customers with the same level of excellence.

We are your local excavation professionals offering quality work with affordable pricing.

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