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Is a retention pond the same as a lake?
No, a retention pond is not the same as a lake. A retention pond is a man-made structure designed to manage stormwater runoff and reduce flooding by holding water temporarily, while a lake is a natural or large artificial body of water that usually has a more stable water level and ecosystem. Retention ponds typically have less biodiversity and are often part of a drainage system, whereas lakes can support a wider range of wildlife and recreational activities.
What are accepted method of disposing of koi pond water?
As long as there are no living Koi in your pond, using the water on your lawn is the best way since the nutrient rich water will help your lawn. Otherwise, letting drain in the sewer drain on your street is ok.
How is a retention pond constructed?
A retention pond is constructed by excavating a designated area to create a basin that can hold water, typically designed to manage stormwater runoff. The site is graded to ensure proper drainage and often includes a dam or embankment to retain water. Inlets are added to direct water into the pond, and outlet structures may be installed to control water levels and flow. Vegetation is often planted around the pond to enhance aesthetics and improve water quality through natural filtration.
Can you eat fish out of a retention pond?
You can but I wouldn't. I have one in my neighbors backyard which they let me fish in. All the pesticides and manure they out on their lawn eventually goes into the retention pond. And some of them have chemicals in them that make them a certain color, like a deep blue. You should just fish their for fun. Why take a chance, right.
How can small insects such as pond skater walk onwater?
Water has a retention rate, if the insect it lighter than what it would take to break the retention then it would be able to float on the surface without being submerged.
Is it illegal to leave a fishing pole unattended in a retention pond?
no
Can you give me a sentence using word gushes?
When the pond reaches a certain level, water gushes out of the drain pipe.
How can I effectively fill in a large pond?
To effectively fill in a large pond, you can use a combination of methods such as redirecting water flow, using a pump to drain the water, and adding soil or other materials to fill the pond gradually. It is important to consider environmental regulations and potential impacts on surrounding ecosystems when filling in a pond.
What happens to fish when a lake freezes?
if it is a cosmetic pond put your fish in an aquarium and drain your pump so it doesn't freeze and break drain your pond
Will a beaver pond become a meadow overtime?
Over time, a beaver pond may transition into a meadow if the beavers abandon the area or if the dam is breached, allowing the water to drain. As the water recedes, sediment accumulates, providing a substrate for vegetation to grow. This can lead to the formation of a meadow as the ecosystem evolves.
What to do when coming to water when digging a pond?
That's actually a good sign! Because you want water in your pond right? So just keep digging in till its the size you want then just fill it with more water.
What is the solute and solvent of Pond water?
Solution of Pond Water= Oxygen + Water
