>> I hadn't even thought of that! How clever :D I already liked the idea of using wood for drainage since it'll break down over time, but I like it even more now. Definitely incorporating that asap. <<
I'm happy I could help.
>> We used to have little trenches to drain the area out to the ditch, but they haven't been dug out in a while. <<
Check the slope. Drainage trenches typically have a notable slant. If you have a problem with them filling up, then consider a dry creek bed with gravel for drainage.
Swales are either flat or nearly flat, and often filled with something like wood chips to slow water movement.
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Date: 2024-04-25 02:59 am (UTC)I already liked the idea of using wood for drainage since it'll break down over time, but I like it even more now. Definitely incorporating that asap. <<
I'm happy I could help.
>> We used to have little trenches to drain the area out to the ditch, but they haven't been dug out in a while. <<
Check the slope. Drainage trenches typically have a notable slant. If you have a problem with them filling up, then consider a dry creek bed with gravel for drainage.
Swales are either flat or nearly flat, and often filled with something like wood chips to slow water movement.