The University of Houston Clear Lake Environmental Institute Houston (EIH) is evaluating some innovative techniques to improve stormwater quality using floating wetlands. These techniques are being tested and are currently deployed on Potter Pond at the University of Houston Clear Lake campus. Results from the EIH study will help the Flood Control District to determine some answers to questions about deployment (installation, construction, anchors), vegetation (types, sizes, best location)and maintenance (vegetation/equipment upkeep and material types). Ideally, the Flood Control District will choose two of these island types to scale the project up and fill large surface areas (2,000 – 3,000 Sq. Ft.) at the Reverend William A. Lawson (formerly known as Dagg) Stormwater Detention Basin.
Floating Wetlands video (begins at 2:06 mark)