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What should a stormwater pond look like? L is critical to the proper functioning of a stormwater pond or rain garden. Grass mowed to the water’s edge means the pond is not providing its full ecological value. Buffers of native plants are essential to the long-term health of ponds and waterways. Learn more at Stormwater ponds can provide wildlife habitat, trail opportunities, and pollinator pathways. Stormwater create wildlife habitat: Birds, bees, and other pollinators Amphibians Mosquito predators Stormwater ponds can include trails: To view wildlife To provide access for photography To provide a quiet spot to enjoy nature The Sammamish Stormwater Stewards are working on a project to add native plants to existing stormwater in Sammamish, weaving rain gardens, pollinator pathways, wildlife habitat, and trail connections into our community. To more and get involved, contact one of the following groups: The Sammamish Community Wildlife Habitat Also on Facebook: Sammamish Stormwater Stewards Sammamish Friends Sammamish Pond Weaving gardens together—one by create a vibrant web of habitats for wildlife and a connection to nature for people. Mary Johnson What are stormwater ponds? Stormwater ponds are manmade features generally located near a neighborhood or business. They are designed to help hold stormwater runoff while filtering pollutants. They also help prevent flooding Water from these ponds drains to a lake, river, stream, wetland, or may infiltrate into the ground.
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