A constructed area that temporarily holds stormwater to prevent flooding downstream.
Like a temporary parking lot for rainwater, holding it until it can safely flow away.
Related Terms
Acknowledgement of Country
Born in Yamatji Country. Currently living and working on the land of
the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung People. We acknowledge the Traditional
Custodians of this land, whose sovereignty was never ceded, and pay
our respect to their enduring connection to Country.