Abstract: A marking implement for a measuring apparatus in one example has a measuring extension with an upper surface with markings thereon and a lower surface. The marking implement in one example includes an upper clamp portion and a lower clamp portion having: a marking implement receiving device on the lower surface of the lower clamp. The marking implement in one example also has a hinge comprising the first hinge portion and second hinge portion and a clasp allowing for selective control of rotational movement of the hinge.

Abstract: A marking implement for a measuring apparatus in one example has a measuring extension with an upper surface with markings thereon and a lower surface. The marking implement in one example includes an upper clamp portion and a lower clamp portion having: a marking implement receiving device on the lower surface of the lower clamp. The marking implement in one example also has a hinge comprising the first hinge portion and second hinge portion and a clasp allowing for selective control of rotational movement of the hinge.

Abstract: An apparatus for controlling the fluid flow rate from a drainage pond that is common in developed sites where the drainage pond is adapted to supply a degree of fluid capacitance so the runoff does not overflow downstream creek beds and the like. The method and apparatus for controlling the fluid draining from a pond comprises a system for allowing a higher flow that is allowed by regulatory bodies when the pond is at a lower level so the pond drains more quickly when it is at a lower water level. Thus the apparatus allows for a smaller retention pond.