Commercial Retention Pond
Loudoun County, VA — Commercial Project
Project Overview
A major commercial developer needed a stormwater solution for a new mixed-use development that exceeded county requirements while complementing the project's aesthetic vision. Total Stormwater Solutions designed a 3-acre wet retention pond that serves as both a functional stormwater BMP and a community amenity with integrated landscaping and walking paths.
Scope of Work
- Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for 100-year storm event
- 3-acre wet retention pond design and grading
- Emergency spillway and outlet structure design
- Wetland edge planting plan with native species
- Walking trail and viewing area integration
- Loudoun County and state VSMP permit applications
- Construction phase engineering services
- Post-construction inspection and certification
Results
- Pond exceeds county stormwater quantity and quality requirements
- 90% TSS removal efficiency demonstrated
- Community amenity used by 500+ visitors per month
- Property value enhancement per developer assessment
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