What Is a Water Recharge System?
Recharge refers to a process of the natural water cycle in which rainwater infiltrates the soil and recharges underground aquifers, streams, and lakes. A water recharge system is a manmade solution that aids in this process in order to restore groundwater levels or even store water for later use. For a commercial location, intentional water recharge is often employed as part of the overall property drainage solution. A common example is pairing a water recharge system with a detention basin in order to handle more rainfall than the basin would be able to accommodate on its own.
Types of Water Recharge Systems
There are a variety of ways through which artificial recharge is achieved. Sprinkler systems are among the most prevalent, and irrigation furrows are an alternative when more control is needed. Another common approach is the redirection of rainfall. A groundwater recharge system can redirect water to a canal, stream, pond, or lake. For commercial property drainage, it’s common to use artificial recharge in conjunction with a detention basis. It’s also possible to channel water directly to the subsurface via injection wells.
