What if your stormwater system could think for itself?
SmartPOND delivers intelligent performance in a simple, compact design—boosting lot yield, slashing costs, and backed by a performance guarantee.
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Automated Stormwater Management with Smart Control Systems
Compact. Simple. Smart. smartPOND ushers in a new era of stormwater infrastructure.
Say goodbye to guesswork and hello to intelligent stormwater management. Our advanced automated control device transforms passive stormwater ponds into smart, responsive systems that adapt in real-time. Optimize storage, reduce flooding, and meet regulatory compliance with ease—all while protecting downstream ecosystems. With precision control and remote monitoring, you’re not just managing water—you’re mastering it.
Automating Your Stormwater Control Measures Has Never Been So Easy.
HARDWARE OPTIONS
AUTOMATED VALVES
- 6–12” butterfly valves
- Sensor spool
- Full connectivity
- 30” manhole optional
- Release rate up to 10 CFS
- Customizable software
- One year warranty
- Maintenance plan available
AUTOMATED WEIR
- 24” x 24” weir
- 90 degree rotation
- Surface release for improved water quality
- Release rate up to 40 CFS
- Customizable software
- One year warranty
- Maintenance plan available
AUTOMATED GATES
- 36” x 16” slide gate
- Bottom release
- Regulates release rate
- Release rate up to 50 CFS
- Customizable software
- One year warranty
- Maintenance plan available
Batch Detention is a non-proprietary application programmed into smartPOND that creates a temporary settling pond by holding the water quality volume for 12 hours and releasing it over 36 hours, resulting in the following:
- Pollutant removal rates of 91% TSS, 79% TN (TKN + NOx) and 52% TP
- Reduced water quality pond size when calculations based on mass loading
- Lowest cost per acre for water quality
- Minimal maintenance costs compared to sand filters or bioretention
CASE STUDY: Vesla Ranch Retail
Developer Saves Big Using SmartPOND for Water Quality
Faced with strict stormwater regulations near the Edwards Aquifer, the Velsa Ranch Retail Center in Cedar Park, Texas, originally planned an expensive bioretention system. With the help of Kimley-Horn and Convergent Water Technologies, the team pivoted to a more cost-effective and easily maintained SmartPOND batch detention system, saving over $200,000 and reducing construction complexity. This shift delivered a smarter, simpler, and scalable solution without compromising on regulatory compliance……CONTINUE READING
Real Time Optimization (RTO) is a proprietary application developed by Convergent Water Technologies programmed into any smartPOND that optimizes pond performance and reduces detention pond size:
- Reduce pond by 20% to 50%
- Increase lot yield
- Reduce cost of underground detention systems
- Real time performance monitoring
PROJECT PROFILE: Nolensville Town Center
Land Innovations in Nashville Tennessee is known for being forward thinking and maximizing land use by creating multifunctional stormwater facilities. When designing the Nolensville Town Center Project land use was posing a problem, there wasn’t enough amenity space. To solve the problem, the design team turned to smartPOND RTO. Incorporating stormwater automation into their design, they were able to turn their stormwater pond with steep side slopes into an amenity pond and expanded park space during dry weather. SmartPOND’s Real Time Optimization application allowed for a 20% reduction in total detention volume through its proprietary software that maximizes release rates and creates a more efficient stormwater facility.
Convergent’s Predictive Weather Application allows floodplain managers control over thousands of assets within a watershed from the comfort of their office. With smartPOND deployed, there’s no reason to rush crews into the field prior to inclement weather.
- Manage floodplain strategy with Hold & Release
- Use harvested water for irrigation and release before storm
- Enhance water quality and performance of wet pond
You have a problem; we have a solution. With Convergent Water Technologies and our team of engineers, scientists, and programmers, we will collaborate with you to develop a solution that meets your needs. Whether it’s stormwater quality management, floodplain management, flood control, or maintenance and monitoring, let us create a solution for you.
CASE STUDY: Brio Apartments
Creative Design Prevents Downstream Flooding and Yields Increase Revenue for Developer using SmartPOND
In collaboration with Cude Engineers, the created a custom application that would place a pressure transducer in the creek that would read the creeks water surface elevation. When the water surface elevation was at a level deemed safe, the SmartPOND rotary weir was to be in the open position. When the creek rose due to……CONTINUE READING
Compact. Simple. Smart.
SMARTPOND ushers in a new era of stormwater infrastructure.
SmartPOND analyzes data from your watershed in real time and reacts to a set of programmed commands that can perform an unlimited number of tasks. Whether your goal is to improve water quality, manage flooding or improve the resiliency of your community, smartPOND has a solution for you.
Every SmartPOND installation includes remote monitoring and maintenance for the first year for free to ensure performance, with affordable maintenance and monitoring packages for long-term reliability.
SUPPORT MATERIALS
What is smartPOND and how does it work?
smartPOND is an adaptive, automated stormwater management system designed to optimize detention, infiltration, and drainage. It uses sensors, real-time data monitoring, and remote control capabilities to improve water quality and reduce maintenance while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations.
Does smartPOND help with regulatory compliance?
Yes, smartPOND is designed to meet evolving stormwater regulations, including batch detention requirements per the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Edwards Aquifer Protection Plan (EAPP). It also adapts to new pollutant standards, making compliance easier.
What hardware options are available for smartPOND?
smartPOND offers three automated stormwater control solutions:
Automated Valves: 6–12” butterfly valves with full connectivity and sensor spools.
Automated Weirs: 24” x 24” rotary weirs for surface release and water elevation control.
Automated Gates: 36” x 16” slide gates for bottom release and flow regulation.
What makes smartPOND a cost-effective solution?
smartPOND reduces detention pond sizes, cutting land development costs. It eliminates the need for frequent media replacements and minimizes manual inspections, lowering long-term operational expenses. Its automation ensures optimized water management, improving efficiency while reducing labor costs.
How does smartPOND compare to traditional stormwater control systems?
Unlike traditional fixed stormwater controls, smartPOND is fully programmable and can adjust to changing regulations for pollutants like phosphorus, nitrogen, and metals. It also offers automation, remote monitoring, and real-time maintenance alerts, reducing manual inspections and operational costs.
What stormwater applications is smartPOND best suited for?
smartPOND is ideal for batch detention for water quality, real-time optimization for smaller detention ponds, and predictive weather management. It can be used in retention, detention, and rainwater harvesting systems.
How is smartPOND installed and maintained?
smartPOND features a plug-and-play design, making installation simple and requiring no complex wiring. It has modular components that can be easily replaced, and routine inspections can be monitored remotely via an onboard camera. Automated alerts notify users about upcoming maintenance needs.
What are the key benefits of using smartPOND?
smartPOND provides superior water quality control with a 91% Total Suspended Solids (TSS) removal rate, reduces detention volume by up to 50%, minimizes maintenance, and allows for real-time optimization. It also helps developers save space and costs by decreasing the required detention pond size.
How does smartPOND improve water quality?
smartPOND achieves a 91% TSS removal rate, a 32% Total Nitrogen (TN) removal rate, and a 57% Total Phosphorus (TP) removal rate. By automating detention and infiltration, it enhances pollutant removal without
Can smartPOND operate remotely?
Yes, smartPOND offers real-time remote monitoring and control. Users can track water levels, gate positions, temperatures, and maintenance records through an online dashboard. Alerts are sent via email or smartphone to notify operators of system updates.
LET’S TALK : LUNCH & LEARN
If you and your team would like to learn more about smartPOND, automated stormwater management, intelligent controls, or any of the wide variety of products and services we offer, schedule a LUNCH & LEARN today.