retentiebasins
Retentiebasins, also known as detention basins or retention ponds, are engineered structures designed to manage stormwater runoff. They are typically shallow, vegetated depressions constructed in urban and suburban areas. The primary purpose of a retentiebasin is to temporarily store excess rainwater and snowmelt that cannot be immediately absorbed by the ground or conveyed through drainage systems. This temporary storage helps to reduce the peak flow of runoff entering downstream water bodies, such as rivers, lakes, and oceans.
By holding back water, retentiebasins can significantly mitigate the risk of flooding in downstream areas. They
Retentiebasins are designed with specific hydraulic characteristics to control the release rate of the stored water.