Patent ID: 6991402
Filing Date: 2006-01-31
Classification: E03F

Abstract:
1. A module for use in a modular assembly for retaining or detaining storm water beneath a ground surface comprising: a first horizontally disposed deck portion and at least one substantially vertically disposed first side portion extending therefrom, said first deck portion and first side portion having respective end edges and said first side portion having bottom edges; said first side portion and said first deck portion defining a longitudinal channel which is open at least at an end of said module; said first side portion having at least one opening therein and defining a lateral channel in said module; said longitudinal channel and said lateral channel being in fluid communication with one another; each said channel having about the same cross section and extending upwardly from said bottom edges to allow relatively unconstrained flow in the longitudinal and lateral directions; the module further comprising a support member, wherein said first side portion extends integrally from one longitudinal side of said module first deck portion, another longitudinal side of said module first deck portion opposite said first side portion being supported on said support member; said support member comprising a second horizontally disposed deck portion and at least one corresponding substantially vertically disposed second side portion extending therefrom, said second side portion and said second deck portion defining a second longitudinal channel.