STORM WATER RETENTION POND HISTORY
· Very early in the life of the neighborhood, the storm water retention pond failed approximately 3 times. Each time it was repaired by the developer. After the 3rd repair the developer stated he would no longer take responsibility for the pond.
· From time to time the pond has been mentioned at the semi annual and Board meetings. About $15,000 has remained in a savings account in the event one day the pond failed again.
· During the past winter, the ACC noticed water pooling near the pond in front of a resident’s property. Upon investigation it was noted that the natural flow was stopped up with leaves and fallen trees. This obstruction was cleared. After further investigation, berm failure was confirmed.
· Two excavation and site contractors assessed the pond and offered proposals for repairs. One proposal was rather vague offering a wide range in pricing. The other proposal, Collins Contracting, was detailed, with pictures and two possibilities with fixed costing. One was for a short term fix (one year or less) and one more long term (up to five years). The difference in cost did not warrant consideration of the short term fix.
· The Board president (Ray Regan) has investigated these ponds and found out that they require regular inspections and maintenance, and also that there is now a County requirement to register the pond and have it inspected by a licensed Civil Engineer. Mr. Regan’s son, who is a licensed Civil Engineer, has been consulted on the condition of the pond and the two proposals. This consult was at no charge to the HOA.
· From time to time the pond has been mentioned at the semi annual and Board meetings. About $15,000 has remained in a savings account in the event one day the pond failed again.
· During the past winter, the ACC noticed water pooling near the pond in front of a resident’s property. Upon investigation it was noted that the natural flow was stopped up with leaves and fallen trees. This obstruction was cleared. After further investigation, berm failure was confirmed.
· Two excavation and site contractors assessed the pond and offered proposals for repairs. One proposal was rather vague offering a wide range in pricing. The other proposal, Collins Contracting, was detailed, with pictures and two possibilities with fixed costing. One was for a short term fix (one year or less) and one more long term (up to five years). The difference in cost did not warrant consideration of the short term fix.
· The Board president (Ray Regan) has investigated these ponds and found out that they require regular inspections and maintenance, and also that there is now a County requirement to register the pond and have it inspected by a licensed Civil Engineer. Mr. Regan’s son, who is a licensed Civil Engineer, has been consulted on the condition of the pond and the two proposals. This consult was at no charge to the HOA.
Pond Failure (Photo #1)
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Pond Failure (Photo #2)
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Pond Repair (Photo #1)
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Pond Repair (Photo #2)
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