underground detention Systems
Underground detention systems, or underground ponds, are often used on new development to hold and slowly release stormwater. As new development often converts a forest canopy to impermeable asphalt and rooftop, it is not fair to push the increased runoff into existing streams, rivers and downstream neighbors. Increasing runoff floods downstream properties and causes stream erosion.
New developments often encompass the entire property providing no space for a typical pond. We often install underground ponds (detention or retention) in the parking areas prior to the paving operation. This allows the area to serve double-duty - the same footprint is used for storm water storage and parking.
We are experts in the installation of many types of underground detention, infiltration, and cistern systems. We have specialized in these installations since 2013, and would love the opportunity to help on your project. We provide services to install the system according to manufacturer’s instructions, install the inspection and maintenance ports, and properly tie-in to the storm system.
We ensure the system is installed right the first time - tearing up a parking lot to make repairs is in no one’s best interest. Give us an opportunity to help - you’ll be glad you did.
short video inspection of typical sediment accumulation in an underground detention system (2019 video)
R-Tank stormwater modules
Assembly and installation of R-Tank underground stormwater detention to ensure proper installation. We assemble R-Tank to ensure the right number of plates to into the right slots. Most jobs take days and many jobs take weeks to assemble and install.
Contractors hire us all over the country to help with installations in order to keep their guys doing what they do best. We provide installation expertise and relentlessness in order to complete the job on schedule.
Time lapse video of installation (3:10)
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StormTech Subsurface Stormwater Management Chambers
StormTech is a modified half-pipe underground detention system designed for use under parking lots. Installation consists of properly spacing the chambers, installing the header row, isolator row, scour protection, and inspection ports. We have installed many of these systems, and know how to get the job done right.
Information on StormTech
StormTech Explanation Video
StormTank Modules
StormTank modules are made of round interior columns and flat side plates where needed. We assemble and install these underground detention systems with an expert travelling team supplemented by local laborers. This keeps our costs down while ensuring the installation is done right.
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CULTEC UNDERGROUND DETENTION SYSTEM
Cultec Recharger arched chamber system uses a separator row to help filter stormwater as it enters the system. The chambers are tied into the storm structures with a pipe manifold system, and inspection ports are added to check on the health of the system. Let us do what we do best by properly installing these detention systems, and tieing them into your storm structures.
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StormTrap, StormCapture, & Retain-It Concrete Vault Systems
Concrete vault systems allow water to be stored underground using precast structural concrete of various sizes and heights to effectively control stormwater on site. Each section is heavy and must be placed with a large excavator or crane. The joints between sections are then wrapped with a sealing tape, and all storm piping is tied-in to the system. More information can be found for these systems by clicking on the links below:
Pipe Detention Systems
We install underground detention with standard and/or specialized pipe as well. Most contractors are comfortable with pipe installation, and so we typically only handle small pipe systems after the site contractor has demobilized.