BIORETENTION/RAIN GARDENS

What ARE BIORETENTION/RAIN GARDENS?

Bioretention facilities, sometimes called Rain Gardens, are nature-inspired stormwater management solutions. They're like mini-ecosystems designed to capture and treat stormwater runoff.

 

How Do I Inspect My BIORETENTION/RAIN GARDENS?

Bioretention facilities are fantastic tools for managing stormwater, but they will require regular inspections and maintenance to stay effective. Identifying problems early will help ensure the system can remain healthy. When inspecting your facility, here’s what to look for.

 

how do i maintain my BIORETENTION/RAIN GARDENS?

Bioretention facilities are nature-inspired marvels that require proper care to be able to function as they’re intended to.

 

How do BIORETENTION/RAIN GARDENS get installed?

Before a bioretention system can be installed, the contributing drainage area, or the area where runoff rainwater will enter the system, must be stabilized with vegetation. Then, the excavation for the bioretention area is made according to design depth and dimensions.