Sediment Pond
Sediment from construction ponds can greatly affects waterbodies and its life forms. It is therefore very important to prevent sediment from moving into waterways, by trapping it at the source and using sediment ponds. Sediment ponds are temporarily designed structure that prevent sediments from eroding into waterbodies from construction sites or exposed soil during rainfall events. This sediment control design is relatively easy to construct and cost effective. Once properly designed, sediment ponds captures stormwater runoff and sediments, manage soil erosion, and protect water quality. However, proper maintenance including inspection and removal of excess sediment will improve the efficiency of the pond.
Fact Sheets
Sediment Basin, Urban Drainage and Flood Control District, Denver Colorado
Sediment Basin, Hamilton County Ohio
Sediment Basin/Desilting Basin, City of Villa Park, Orange County California
Sediment Detention Basin, Bowling Green, Kentucky
Sediment Trap, Caltrans California
Settling Ponds, Catchment and Creek Pty Ltd Australia
Sediment Trench, Catchment and Creek Pty Ltd Australia
Sediment Basin, Catchment and Creek Pty Ltd Australia
Sediment Basin, International Erosion Control Association Australasia
Handbooks/Manuals
Sediment Retention Ponds, Waikato Regional Council New Zealand
Sediment Basin, International Erosion Control Association, Australasia
Sediment Basin, Brisbane City Australia
Videos
Construction Site Erosion, Best Management Practices
Sediment Traps and Baffles, TRI Environmental Austin Texas
Erosion and Sediment Control Principles, Examples From Road Construction, Transport Roads and Maritime Services, Australia
