Benefits of Ponds and Wetlands

Surface water management
Site level flow control.

Water Quality
Water treatment offered via lateral flow of water through the vegetation in the pond or wetland. Enhanced with the inclusion of upstream proprietary treatment systems.

Placemaking
Ponds can be designed to easily fit within a development, providing aesthetically appealing features within an urban environment. In general the community valued SuDS ponds and felt that they added value to the area and to their homes.

Health & Wellbeing
Ponds or Wetlands that are accessible or overlooked can increase mental wellbeing.

Amenity
Permanently wet ponds can be used to store water for re-use, and offer excellent opportunities for the provision of wildlife habitats. Ponds can be part of public open space.

Biodiversity
Ponds & Wetlands can include a variety of planting which can make a positive contribution to urban biodiversity.

Evaporative Cooling
Ponds can provide cooling via return of moisture to the air through evaporation from the water surface. Can reduce local temperatures. Can also reflect sunlight.

Asset Creation
People have a strong emotional attachment to water, arising from its aesthetic qualities - tranquility, coolness and beauty.