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Stormwater detention tanks control hazards associated with major rainstorms. By storing
major water runoff you can prevent massive soil erosion and contamination of nearby
facilities. This process works by the tank(s) collecting the major rainwater surge, and
then distributing the water for reuse or disposal over time.
The two common answers for stormwater containment are detention ponds & storage
tanks. Stormwater detention tanks offer a more space efficient and watertight solution
than containment ponds. Although ponds detain water; by nature they collect oil and
trash, occupy valuable property space, are prone to freezing, and require regular maintenance.
Green Building projects designed with water management in mind, will generally require
water storage or process tanks. Green Building designs that incorporate fiberglass water
detention tanks may well qualify for points under the U.S. Green Building Council’s sustainable
sites and water efficiency categories of its Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
(LEED®) Green Building Rating System™.

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