What to check before planning drainage work
- Check driveway runoff
- Note low lawn areas after rain
- Trace downspout water away from the house
Look at the whole drainage path
The City of Easley storm-water page explains how runoff from roofs, pavement and other impervious surfaces enters the local drainage system and provides a contact for stormwater issues.
A puddle at the bottom of a slope may be caused by runoff from much farther uphill. The collection point and the discharge point should be planned together rather than treating the lowest puddle as the entire problem.
Confirm where the water can go
Any proposed drain needs a lawful and suitable outlet. Do not assume water may be directed onto neighboring land or into public infrastructure.
Confirm utility locations, drainage easements, permits and other local requirements before excavation.
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