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Depths of Cleanouts for Foundation Drainage
The Geotech Engineer recommended subdrains 10'-OC for a mat foundation, a total of 11 drain tiles running beneath the building. The drain, as specified by the Structural Engineer, to extend 5' from the building. As this building is recessed into a hillside, three sides of the buildings are...- DrainMe
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- Forum: Civil/Environmental engineering general discussion
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Drainage for a public park - vegetated swale (existing muddy mess) vs french drain system
I am preparing drainage plan for a park located on a hilly part of town. There is an existing path/walkway with a 6" on the lower side and a hilly lawn/grass area on the upper side. There is an existing grassy swale on the hillside next to the path. Unfortunately, the swale has multiple muddy...- DrainMe
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- Forum: Storm/Flood engineering
