Drainage options
Dry creek bed planning questions
When a dry creek bed may fit a yard drainage plan.
Short answer
A dry creek bed can help guide visible surface runoff, but it must be planned around slope, erosion, discharge location, aesthetics, and local drainage rules. It is not a substitute for fixing every water issue.
Checklist
- Identify the surface runoff path.
- Plan an appropriate outlet.
- Use rock and fabric details suited to the site.
- Check local rules before altering drainage.
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Use the dry creek bed planning checklist.
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