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1. Planning and Design

• Assessment:
  • Site Evaluation: Inspect the site to understand current conditions, including natural slopes, drainage patterns, and soil type.
  • Goals: Define the objectives for grading and drainage, such as directing water away from structures, creating level areas, or managing runoff.
• Design:
  • Grading Plan: Develop a grading plan that outlines desired slopes, elevations, and contours. Include any required earthworks to achieve these goals.
  • Drainage Plan: Design a drainage system to manage surface and subsurface water. This may include trenches, swales, French drains, or stormwater management systems.

2. Site Preparation

• Clearing:
  • Remove vegetation, debris, and any obstructions from the area where grading and drainage work will occur.
• Marking:
  • Use stakes, string lines, or marking paint to outline the proposed grades and drainage features according to the plan.

3. Excavation and Grading

• Excavation:
  • Cutting: Dig out high areas to lower elevations or remove soil from areas where a lower grade is needed.
  • Filling: Add soil to low areas to raise the grade. Use fill material that compacts well and is suitable for the soil conditions.
• Grading:
  • Leveling: Use grading equipment or hand tools to achieve the desired slopes and contours. Ensure that the surface is smooth and even.
  • Slopes: Maintain proper slopes to direct water away from structures and towards drainage areas. Generally, a slope of 2% (1/4 inch per foot) is recommended for effective water runoff.
• Compaction:
  • Compact the soil to prevent future settling and ensure stability. Use a plate compactor or roller for large areas.

4. Drainage Installation

• Surface Drainage:
  • Swales: Dig shallow, broad channels (swales) to direct surface water to drainage areas. Swales should be gently sloped and lined if necessary to prevent erosion.
  • Trenches: Install trenches or ditches where water needs to be directed away from structures or specific areas.
• Subsurface Drainage:
  • French Drains: Install French drains by digging trenches filled with gravel and a perforated pipe to collect and redirect groundwater.
  • Drainage Pipes: Lay perforated pipes in trenches with a gravel bed around them to manage subsurface water. Ensure proper pipe slope (typically 1/4 inch per foot) for effective drainage.
• Catch Basins and Grates:
  • Install catch basins and grates at low points to collect and channel water into drainage pipes or systems.