Keeping stormwater systems functioning at their best is one of the most important, and most overlooked, aspects of maintaining a healthy residential property. EverGreen Infrastructure recently completed a green infrastructure maintenance project at Thrive at Brow Wood, a senior living community in Dade County, Georgia. The work focused on two critical stormwater management systems serving the 2.83-acre property: a dry detention pond and a catch basin.

About Thrive at Brow Wood Senior Living

Thrive at Brow Wood is a residential senior living community owned and operated by Brow Wood Assisted Living LLC. Located in Dade County, the community sits on a parcel (ID: 055 00 057 03) spanning approximately 2.83 acres, featuring a mix of pervious and impervious surfaces, the kind of landscape where well-maintained green infrastructure practices (GIPs) make a meaningful difference in stormwater management and long-term property health.

The green infrastructure systems at this site were originally constructed in compliance with the City of Lookout Mountain’s Stormwater Ordinance, as evidenced by the appropriate construction permits issued at the time of build. EverGreen Infrastructure’s scope was not a review of original design accuracy. It was a professional assessment and maintenance of the systems currently in place and performing on the ground.

What Are Green Infrastructure Practices (GIPs)?

Green infrastructure practices are engineered systems designed to manage stormwater at or near the source. Rather than routing runoff directly into municipal systems, GIPs slow, filter, and reduce stormwater through natural and semi-natural processes. Common GIPs include detention ponds, bioretention cells, rain gardens, permeable pavement, and catch basins.

When properly maintained, these systems protect water quality, reduce flooding risk, preserve infrastructure, and keep properties in compliance with local stormwater ordinances. When neglected, they lose efficiency, and the consequences show up in erosion, pooling water, and infrastructure damage.

The Systems We Maintained

Dry Detention Pond

A dry detention pond holds stormwater temporarily during and after a rain event, then releases it slowly to reduce peak flow and downstream flooding. Unlike wet ponds, dry detention ponds drain completely between storm events, leaving a dry basin that can double as open green space.

Catch Basin

Catch basins are the entry points of a stormwater collection system, specifically the structures that capture surface runoff before it enters underground pipes or conveyance systems. They trap sediment, debris, and pollutants, preventing them from clogging downstream infrastructure.

Over time, catch basins accumulate sediment and debris that reduces their capacity and effectiveness. EverGreen Infrastructure performed maintenance on the catch basin at this site to restore its operational capacity and ensure continued compliance with local stormwater standards.

Why Regular Green Infrastructure Maintenance Matters

Stormwater infrastructure is not a set-it-and-forget-it investment. Systems like detention ponds and catch basins require routine inspection and maintenance to perform at design capacity. Without regular attention, these systems experience:

  • Sediment buildup that reduces storage volume and flow capacity
  • Vegetation overgrowth that can compromise embankments and block outlets
  • Structural deterioration in inlet/outlet pipes and basin walls
  • Reduced water quality performance as filters and settling zones become compromised

For a senior living community like Thrive at Brow Wood, functioning stormwater systems are especially important. Proper drainage protects walkways, parking areas, and green spaces from flooding, directly impacting the safety and comfort of residents.

EverGreen Infrastructure’s Approach

EverGreen Infrastructure specializes in the assessment, maintenance, and long-term management of green infrastructure systems across the region. Our process combines thorough on-site evaluation with targeted maintenance work to restore systems to peak performance.

For the Thrive at Brow Wood project, our team conducted a performance evaluation of the existing GIPs and performed hands-on maintenance in April 2026. Our work was guided by an objective analysis of current system conditions, not assumptions about the original design, so that every recommendation and action reflects real, present-day performance data.

This is the standard we hold ourselves to on every project: honest assessment, practical maintenance, and documentation that gives property owners a clear picture of what they have and how it’s performing.

Serving Senior Living Communities and Commercial Properties in Dade County

Stormwater compliance is a responsibility that falls on property owners and operators, and the consequences of non-compliance or system failure can be costly. EverGreen Infrastructure works with residential communities, commercial properties, and municipalities throughout the region to keep green infrastructure systems performing the way they were built to perform.

Whether a property has a single catch basin or a complex network of detention ponds and bioretention areas, our team has the expertise to assess, maintain, and document those systems to the standard that local ordinances and property owners demand.

Ready to Schedule a Green Infrastructure Assessment?

EverGreen Infrastructure is taking on new clients in Dade County and the surrounding region. Our team brings the technical knowledge and field experience to evaluate your stormwater systems, identify maintenance needs, and deliver the documentation you need for compliance and peace of mind.

Contact EverGreen Infrastructure today to learn more about our green infrastructure maintenance and assessment services.


*EverGreen Infrastructure provides stormwater management, green infrastructure assessment, and GIP maintenance services for commercial, residential, and municipal clients. This post references work completed at Thrive at Brow Wood, Dade County, Georgia (Parcel ID: 055 00 057 03), owned and operated by Brow Wood Assisted Living LLC.*