Environmental Science
The Role of Wetlands in Flood Mitigation
Quick fact
A single acre of wetland can store up to 1.5 million gallons of floodwater—enough to cover a football field three feet deep.
Why this is interesting
After a heavy storm, rivers swell and towns flood—yet some areas remain dry. What natural feature acts like a giant sponge, soaking up floodwaters before they reach our streets?