headpond
A headpond is a small, artificial pond or reservoir created above a water intake structure, such as a hydroelectric dam, weir, or pumping station. Its primary purpose is to provide a reliable and consistent supply of water to the downstream facility. Headponds help to regulate water flow, ensuring that the intake always has sufficient water available, even during periods of fluctuating river levels or demand.
By creating a temporary storage area, a headpond can also act as a settling basin. Suspended sediment