Association Dry Ponds
Dry ponds are designed to hold storm water temporarily and drain within 2-3 days after the rain stops. Mosquito larvae require 7-10 days of standing water for a suitable breeding area and to produce adult, predatory mosquitoes. Fairfax County maintains 1007 dry ponds.
In 2004 the county repaired the dry detention ponds in our common area.
However, wet weather and a high water table can contribute to soggy backyards for residents on the ends of Glenbrooke Woods Drive and Timber Wood Way. This could lead to mosquitoes.
Fairfax County website has information and recommendations on how to control mosquitos at:
http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hd/westnile/wnvmosq.htm
Fairfax County also has a number of publications on mosquitos and other insect nuisances, including this one which has tips on Mosquito Control
For mosquito control, the county recommends residents purchase a pet safe product called Mosquito Dunks. to be used in any standing water to prevent mosquito larvae from maturing. Mosquito Dunks can be found at all area home centers, as well as online.
