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===STEP Training===

===STEP Training===

Click the button on the left to register for training on SWM pond inspection and maintenance and the button on the right to learn about wet ponds:

Click the button on the left to register for training on SWM pond inspection and maintenance and the button on the right to learn about wet ponds:

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==Planning considerations==

==Planning considerations==

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Stormwater ponds and constructed wetlands are designed to meet water quality targets based on drainage area imperviousness. Pollutant removal occurs mainly in the permanent pool, with effectiveness depending on hydraulic residence time—longer times improve sedimentation and biological uptake. In Ontario, most facilities must achieve 80% TSS removal, with storage requirements based on a 24-hour drawdown time (MOE, 2003).

Stormwater ponds and constructed wetlands are designed to meet water quality targets based on drainage area imperviousness. Pollutant removal occurs mainly in the permanent pool, with effectiveness depending on hydraulic residence time—longer times improve sedimentation and biological uptake. In Ontario, most facilities must achieve 80% TSS removal, with storage requirements based on a 24-hour drawdown time (MOE, 2003)<ref name="MOE"></ref>.

Dry ponds may include a deep pool in the sediment forebay to minimize scour and sediment resuspension, but the main basin does not retain a permanent pool of water. As a result, contaminants cannot settle between storm events, nor is there dilution of pollutants during storms. Consequently, while dry ponds are effective for [[Erosion|erosion]] and flood control, they may need to be paired with other LID features in a [[Treatment train|treatment train]] to improve water quality beyond the basic treatment level of 60% long-term TSS removal.

Dry ponds may include a deep pool in the sediment forebay to minimize scour and sediment resuspension, but the main basin does not retain a permanent pool of water. As a result, contaminants cannot settle between storm events, nor is there dilution of pollutants during storms. Consequently, while dry ponds are effective for [[Erosion|erosion]] and flood control, they may need to be paired with other LID features in a [[Treatment train|treatment train]] to improve water quality beyond the basic treatment level of 60% long-term TSS removal (MOE, 2003)<ref name="MOE"></ref>.

==Modeling==

==Modeling==

*visible sediment accumulation in the bottom of the pond or around the high water line of the pond - may indicate need for sediment removal

*visible sediment accumulation in the bottom of the pond or around the high water line of the pond - may indicate need for sediment removal

A field data sheet for the inspection of constructed wetlands is available below. You can download (downward facing arrow on the top righthand side) and print (Printer emoticon on top right hand side) the Dry Pond or Dry Extended Detention Basin Inspection and Maintenance Checklist developed by the City of Ontario, Ohio<ref>City of Ontario, Ohio. https://ontarioohio.org/stormwater-management/</ref>.

A field data sheet for the inspection of constructed wetlands is available below. You can download (downward facing arrow on the top righthand side) and print (Printer emoticon on top right hand side) the the [https://sustainabletechnologies.ca/app/uploads/2018/04/SWMFG2016_Guide_April-2018.pdf Pond/Wetland Maintenance and Inspection Form] developed by Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and CH2M Hill Canada.

<pdf width="450" height="600">File:SWMFG2016 Guide April-2018.pdf</pdf>

<pdf width="450" height="600">File:SWMFG2016 Guide April-2018.pdf</pdf>

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Accurate forecasting of sediment accumulation in stormwater facilities helps managers schedule and budget for maintenance. MOE (2003) recommends SWMFs be cleaned when the TSS removal efficiency declines below 5% of its original design criterion<ref name="MOE"></ref>. For example, if a dry pond is designed to remove 60% of TSS, an efficiency reduction to 55% triggers the need for sediment removal. The rate of sediment accumulation differs for each facility, and depends on factors such as the characteristics of drainage area (e.g., land use; level of imperviousness; upstream construction activities and effectiveness of sediment and erosion control practices) and municipal practices (e.g. frequency of road/catchbasin cleaning, sanding/salting practices).<br clear="all" />

Accurate forecasting of sediment accumulation in stormwater facilities helps managers schedule and budget for maintenance. MOE (2003) recommends SWMFs be cleaned when the TSS removal efficiency declines below 5% of its original design criterion<ref name="MOE"></ref>. For example, if a dry pond is designed to remove 60% of TSS, an efficiency reduction to 55% triggers the need for sediment removal. The rate of sediment accumulation differs for each facility, and depends on factors such as the characteristics of drainage area (e.g., land use; level of imperviousness; upstream construction activities and effectiveness of sediment and erosion control practices) and municipal practices (e.g. frequency of road/catchbasin cleaning, sanding/salting practices).

 

 

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