Swales
Swales are linear channels in the ground that are lined with grass or other vegetation.
Swales are commonly used instead of a roadside kerb, nature strip or centre median.
Swales collect and transport water, while also filtering pollution, sediment and nutrients from it. They also slow stormwater flows into drains.
![Swales channel water through the landscape.](https://urbanwater.melbourne.vic.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/12981-CoM-Vegetated-Swales-infographic-1090px2.png)
Swales channel water through the landscape.
- Urbanisation
- Stormwater uses