A retention pond, also called a retention basin or a wet pond, is an artificial lake used to hold stormwater and other runoff. Unlike alternative methods for containing runoff, retention ponds are designed to hold a permanent pool of water. In many jurisdictions, the use of retention ponds is… View Full Term
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