Design Specification No 10: Dry Swales
Dry swales are essentially bioretention cells that are shallower, configured as linear channels, and covered with turf or other surface material (other than mulch and ornamental plants).
Dry swales are essentially bioretention cells that are shallower, configured as linear channels, and covered with turf or other surface material (other than mulch and ornamental plants).
Dry swales are a great way to reduce runoff and maximize pollutant removal within the existing stormwater conveyance system.
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