Background
Ponds are used throughout the project to manage the water run-off from the carriageway and the surrounding land which will control the volume of discharge into the nearby watercourses. The ponds are then enhanced with landscaping and other features to offer habitats for biodiversity.
There are eight Sustainable Drainage System Ponds. Some of these ponds will be accessible to the public due to their close proximity to residential areas, making them suitable for amenity use and providing numerous wildlife and biodiversity benefits. Other ponds will enhance the biodiversity and reduce the risks of flooding.
The amenity ponds will have additional features in the design and placement of various street furniture, such as durable timber benches, litter bins, and dog waste bins. Timber cycle stands are also strategically placed to cater to passing cyclists using existing routes and the new paths.
Entrance signages and information boards at the amenity ponds will help inform the public of the numerous wildlife and environmental benefits of the pond and planting design.
Refer to the map on page 9 which shows locations of the eight ponds in the project.