Civil Engineering

Detention Pond and Site Remediation

With increased regulatory requirements for detention pond performance and maintenance, maintaining the functionality of detention / retention ponds is more critical now than ever. A poorly functioning pond can create substantial downstream problems including the release of contaminants and silt into local streams, rivers and lakes. Therefore, it is imperative to have a professional review of the site storm water system and its proper release into downstream areas. FCM has been involved in numerous detention pond remediations and works closely with local and state officials on the proper refurbishment and ongoing maintenance of these critical storm water controls.

In addition to detention ponds, FCM has overseen numerous slope stabilization projects, large retaining wall installations, parking lot reconditioning and repaving and landscape upgrades. When it comes to enhancing the appearance of your site, FCM has the right approach for you.

Sweetwater Club Subdivision Detention Pond Remediation

Alpharetta, GA. Detention pond remediation for a 1/2 acre detention pond with 20 years of overgrowth and cracked concrete detention walls. Project consisted of removal of all trees within the detention area, removal of weir retrofit and draining of pond, repair of all concrete detention wall cracks, re-grading of pond basin, grading of an access slope for maintenance and stabilization of all disturbed areas.

Kimball Pointe Subdivision Detention Pond Remediation

Alpharetta, GA. Detention pond remediation for two 1/2 acre detention ponds, one of which is a wetlands area, with 12 years of overgrowth and damaged outflow structures. Project consisted of removal of all trees within the detention area, replacement of a collapsed 42″ pipe, re-grading of an earthen dam, re-grouting of pipe to weir connections and stabilization of earthen dams and disturbed areas.

Clarke Crossing Shopping Center Detention Pond Remediation

Athens, GA. Detention pond remediation for a one acre detention pond with 20 years of overgrowth and silt build up. Project consisted of removal of all trees within the detention area, repair of inlet and outlet structures, haul off of silt build up, re-grading of detention basin and stabilization of disturbed areas.