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==Soakaways and Infiltration Trenches==

==Soakaways and Infiltration Trenches==

Soakaways, also known as infiltration galleries and dry wells, are excavations in native soil that are filled with geotextile fabric and clean granular stone. Soakaways are typically designed with a perforated pipe inlet from a relatively clean water source, such as a roof or pedestrian area. When

Soakaways, also known as [[infiltration gallerie]]s and dry wells, are excavations in native soil that are filled with clean granular stone. Soakaways are typically designed with a perforated pipe inlet from a relatively clean water source, such as a roof or pedestrian area. When possible, soakaways should be installed in areas where native soils allow for infiltration. If poorly draining soils are present, an underdrain can be installed to remove standing water.

possible, soakaways should be installed in areas where native soils allow for infiltration. If poorly draining soils are present, an underdrain can be installed to remove standing water.

Soakaways can be designed in many shapes and sizes. Larger pits can be used on residential lots with lots of available space.Where lot size is a constraint, a linear variation known as an infiltration trench can be used. This technique may be appropriate for sites where retrofit space is limited to long strips between buildings or along property lines.

Where lot size is a constraint, a linear variation known as an [[infiltration trench]] can be used. This technique may be appropriate for sites where retrofit space is limited to long strips between buildings or along property lines.

==Rainwater Harvesting==

==Rainwater Harvesting==