The Clean Water Act requires run-off from streets and parking lots be captured in a storm water pond. The restoration or rehabilitation of stormwater ponds is essential to the health of our lakes, creeks, rivers and bays. All stormwater ponds should have a landscape design. This design is critical to the success of the pond. Aquatic vegetation used to stabilize a pond and to remove pollutants is a vital link that helps maintain water quality. Other amenities that a properly designed pond may have are increased wildlife habitat, recreation areas, and aesthetic vistas.