Pearched Water / Spring Water Problem
Pearched Water / Spring Water Problem
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I’m working on a Residential home that has a constant water problem in the front yard. This lot is in residual soils (cut out of a hill). The majority of the water appears to be near the utility lines (ie. deepest cut in the yard). I tested the water for Floride and found non, so it appears to be natural water most likely Pearched Water or Spring Water caused be the removal of the overburden pressure (ie removal of several feet of soil). I plan on installing a series of trenches (ie. french drains… I like using vertical wick drains with sand as my components) to collect the water and then discharge it to the storm water system.
Now the question……..
I am looking for any recommendations for estimating the quantity of water that I will be collecting. Do to elevation issues, I will have to install a sump and pump to remove the water. I’m thinking that this is probably going to have to be a WAG, and if that’s so…. I will use a ½ horse pump.
Any thought or help is welcome.
Thanks
Now the question……..
I am looking for any recommendations for estimating the quantity of water that I will be collecting. Do to elevation issues, I will have to install a sump and pump to remove the water. I’m thinking that this is probably going to have to be a WAG, and if that’s so…. I will use a ½ horse pump.
Any thought or help is welcome.
Thanks





RE: Pearched Water / Spring Water Problem
RE: Pearched Water / Spring Water Problem
RE: Pearched Water / Spring Water Problem
The truth will set you free. Best of luck. Geodude
RE: Pearched Water / Spring Water Problem
RE: Pearched Water / Spring Water Problem
The truth will set you free. Best of luck. Geodude
RE: Pearched Water / Spring Water Problem
TJWATKINSPG is right. A percolation test is needed to properly size an exfiltration system. Cheaper test methods may be acceptable. Contact the local public works dept. or water management agency for direction.
As far as estimating the volume of water, collect it and measure it. Does the flow vary with time or off-site rain events? With usage in the house? Other upslope building sites that could be source of water? Nearby water courses? Are site subsoils consistant? Are there known springs/artesian wells in the area? Does the house have 'city' water or a well? What does the well driller say?