Stormwater Detention & Drainage

Stormwater management is a critical component of every industrial development in the DFW Metroplex. Detention requirements vary by jurisdiction, but all require that developed sites not increase runoff rates to downstream properties. We design and construct stormwater systems that meet regulatory requirements while minimizing land area consumed by detention.

Detention pond design balances storage volume with available land area. Regional systems may allow smaller on-site detention if a developer participates in area-wide facilities. We evaluate options to determine the most land-efficient approach for your project while meeting all regulatory requirements.

Underground detention systems conserve land area by placing storage beneath parking lots or landscaped areas. These systems use large diameter pipe, concrete vaults, or proprietary chamber systems. While more expensive than surface ponds, they maximize buildable area on constrained sites.

Drainage infrastructure moves water from roofs, pavements, and landscaped areas to detention facilities and ultimately to discharge points. We install storm sewers, inlets, and channels sized for design storm events. Proper inlet placement prevents ponding that interferes with operations.