Village at Dorset Park
Problem
A system of three ponds located in the Village at Dorset Park neighborhood do not currently meet stormwater treatment standards established by the State of Vermont. Stormwater that is not properly treated can carry pollutants like sediment, oil, grease, and bacteria to streams.
Description
In 2013, residents in the Village at Dorset Park neighborhood worked with an engineer and the South Burlington Stormwater Utility to design upgrades the existing stormwater detention ponds. The ponds were redesigned so that they will provide treatment and detention of stormwater runoff.
Benefit
The project will reduce the amount of sediment and nutrients flowing to Potash Brook. In addition, the stormwater runoff is detained and slowly released to prevent erosion of streambanks and reduce the risk of downstream flooding.
Best Management Practices
Stormwater Detention Ponds and Hydrodynamic Swirl Separators
Timeline
Construction was completed in 2017.
Total Project Value
~$520,000
Funding Sources
Ecosystem Restoration Program, Stormwater Utility Fund.
Last Updated: 10/29/2018