It depends on how the property’s stormwater system was designed. A retention system captures runoff and allows it to seep into the soil. A detention system stores runoff temporarily and releases it gradually. Infiltration is the process of water soaking into the ground; it may be part of a retention system or another design.

Systems can include ponds, basins, swales, underground structures, or a combination of features. Check the property’s approved drainage plans, permit, as-built drawings, or operation-and-maintenance plan to confirm how yours works. If the documents aren’t available, a qualified stormwater professional or permitting agency can help identify the approved design.

Once you know how the system is designed, GreenTeam can help maintain key drainage components with commercial storm drain and catch basin cleaning, CCTV inspections, hydro jetting, pipe repair, and related services. These services help address debris, blockages, and visible maintenance issues that may affect drainage flow. Explore GreenTeam’s storm drain cleaning services.