To manage the increased risks to flooding, erosion, watercourse health and aquatic life caused by stormwater runoff, the County often requires developers to construct stormwater management ponds to control stormwater runoff from their subdivisions. Upon assumption of the development, the County starts maintaining the stormwater management ponds.
The County of Brant maintains 23 stormwater management ponds located in the communities of Paris, St. George, Burford, Oakland and Scotland.
The County's role in the pond maintenance includes:
- Removal of sediments (as needed)
- Removal of debris in and around the pond
- Maintenance of structures such as gates and valves
- Maintenance of surrounding vegetation and plants
- Vegetation replacement if required
- Bank stabilization to prevent erosion
- Pond monitoring
Residents should follow the following guidelines:
- Do not swim, wade, skate or boat within the storm water pond
- Exercise safety around stormwater ponds, as conditions in the ponds can change rapidly, which can include fluctuating water levels and thin ice
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