Stormwater management is a growing concern. It can contain pollutants and debris that can affect water quality in your swimming pool. In this article, we will provide you with guidelines that will help you protect your inground pool. But before that, let’s get into learning what is stormwater:
What is stormwater?
Stormwater is water that falls on the ground, and it can cause flooding, erosion, pollution and damage to property and life. When rain falls on your property, it flows into the ground through cracks in tiles or concrete slabs. The water then moves slowly through these channels before infiltrating into soil layers below your surface parking lot.
This infiltration process continues until it reaches a point where it does not have enough time to evaporate or be absorbed by plants around the area before flowing back out into streams or rivers—a phenomenon called flash flooding (or “runoff”). The amount of water lost from this channelling process depends upon many factors including how much vegetation there is at different depths within those basins; if there are any large rocks present near them which could increase erosion rates; how steeply sloped they are versus how flat they might otherwise appear; etcetera!
Stormwater can also have an impact on your swimming pool and if you don’t take care of it, your pool will become encrusted with sediment and algae. Also, your pool will get dirty faster than you expect. Long-term damage to your liner’s integrity can occur if excessive amounts of sediment build up in the pool during heavy rains or snowmelt seasons.
How to protect your inground pool from stormwater
For many people, a backyard pool is the ultimate escape from the daily stress of life. But if you own an inground pool, you should also consider how to protect it from stormwater runoff. Stormwater can carry debris, chemicals and nutrients that can damage your pool’s liner or cause algae bloom problems. The best way to avoid these issues is by following proper stormwater management guidelines when it rains or snows in your area:
Make sure your pool is at least 5 feet from all property lines
The depth of the water has a direct impact on how well it functions and if there are any issues with drainage, you could be in for a big problem.
The best way to ensure that your pool is at least 5 feet from all property lines is by using an extension ladder to measure from ground level. This will allow you to see exactly where they are located as well as ensure they’re not being overlooked by any trees or bushes which may have been planted close enough to trip over without being noticed by someone.
When the ground around your pool is saturated, don't allow anyone to drain or add water to it
The ground around your pool gets saturated when it receives enough water to soak into the soil. When this happens, do not allow anyone to drain or add water to your inground pool.
When you have an inground swimming pool, it’s important that you understand how much time it takes for water to reach an acceptable level before adding more chlorine and other chemicals into the system. You have to determine when it may be safe for swimming.
Don't use the backwash water to irrigate
It’s important that you don’t use the backwash water to irrigate. If you do, you’re going to have a lot of trouble with algae growth in your pool because it’s not being properly filtered out.
Keep grass and other vegetation as far from the pool as possible
Grass can grow through the liner, which may cause leaks or cause algae growth in the pool. The same goes for roots growing into the filter, which can clog it and prevent proper filtration of water passing through it. It also blocks pumps that are used to circulate water through your swimming area, which means you won’t be able to use those pumps at all if there’s too much vegetation around them.
Discharge excess water from your pool according to local regulations
Your local regulations may vary, but you should always follow the rules in place. If you don’t and get fined, it’s not only an inconvenience for your pool but also a financial burden on your pocket. Even if you know about the regulation, following them can still be dangerous if done incorrectly or without proper safety equipment.
Always follow stormwater management guidelines so you don't hurt the environment
You should always follow stormwater management guidelines so you don’t hurt the environment and keep your inground pool safe. For example, if a local ordinance requires that you collect rainwater runoff from your property and store it in a holding tank or cistern until the rain stops falling, then this is important to do for safety reasons. If not, there could be serious damage to property due to flooding.
Use a rainwater catchment systems
Rainwater catchment systems are a good way to manage stormwater runoff. They can be used in the design of any type of outdoor space and are especially useful if you have an existing, inground swimming pool.
Rainwater catchment systems collect and store rainwater on-site, preventing it from entering your home’s plumbing system and causing flooding or damage as it travels through your drainage system. The collected water is then stored until needed for irrigation purposes or for other uses around the house such as dishwashing and laundry washing machines (if installed).
Conclusion
All in all, stormwater management is a great way to protect the environment and keep your pool clean. It’s also a good idea to make sure that you’re following local regulations when discharging excess water from your pool. If you follow these simple guidelines, it will pay off by keeping the surrounding area clean while allowing people to enjoy their pools safely.
If you have an inground pool and are concerned about stormwater management for your inground pool, we recommend having a professional assess the situation and provide advice.
