Drainage Pond Maintenance

2204 Frate Barker Rd, Austin

CLOSED #26-00082802

No Work Planned - No Problem Found - Close SR. Summary: Stormwater Control Measure is compliant for issues noted. Minimal pet waste present. Details: On 3/20/2026, I entered the wet pond facility. The border of the pond is fenced. At the entrance, the facility is clearly noted as a dog park with signs posted requiring cleanup and removal of pet waste. At the time of my inspection, only minimal animal waste was present, though some unknown type was present very close to the fence. Otherwise, the pond perimeter and interior seemed well maintained and absent of pet waste. I did not observe dogs swimming in the wet pond during my inspection. Signage does not clearly prohibit dogs swimming in the water. Consistent with recent changes in internal procedures regarding the use of privately held land where stormwater control measures are present and because pet waste was minimal and the site was clearly marked regarding pet waste cleanup instructions, no actions are being required at this asset (Asset No. 1206425). I will bring up the concern of dogs swimming in the park to the Pond Inspection and Dam Safety Team manager and my supervisor to see if there is interest in placing a City usage sign at the facility that explains the function of the wet pond and may talk about swimming in general, though such a concern, if present, may be couched more in terms of the health of the swimmer than the pond itself.  Regarding other issues noted at the pond, one of the forebays may be somewhat silted-in, but water is being conveyed to the main pool through a wide meandering channel. This departs from the other forebay, which is much more open with a straight channel. I will look at previous inspector notes and site plans to make a determination on that issue. However, I do not plan to put a work order in place either way at this time, as the pond is not yet due for an annual inspection.  .

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2204 Frate Barker Rd, Austin
30.14966451, -97.84400741
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What kind of pond are you reporting? City-Owned
What type of issue are you reporting? Other

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