Practical Guides
Step-by-step guides for real-world drainage design and installation projects. From French drain installation to parking lot drainage, find the guidance you need.
Downspout Disconnection: Redirect Roof Runoff from Your Foundation
Learn how to disconnect downspouts from storm drains and redirect roof runoff to protect your foundation, reduce flooding, and support green infrastructure.
Detention vs. Retention: Understanding the Difference and Choosing the Right Approach
Compare detention and retention ponds for stormwater management. Learn the design differences, applications, maintenance requirements, and selection criteria.
Erosion Control Principles: Protecting Soil and Water Quality
Understand erosion control fundamentals for construction sites and permanent installations. Learn about sediment control, BMPs, regulations, and inspection requirements.
French Drain Installation Guide: Complete Step-by-Step Instructions
Learn how to design and install a French drain system. Includes sizing calculations, material selection, installation steps, and troubleshooting tips.
Loading Dock Drainage Design: Complete Engineering Guide
Design effective loading dock drainage systems. Learn about floor drains, trench drains, spill containment, and regulatory requirements for truck loading areas.
Parking Lot Drainage Design: Complete Engineering Guide
Design effective parking lot drainage systems. Learn about slopes, inlet placement, pipe sizing, oil/water separators, and stormwater quality requirements.
Rational Method vs. SCS/NRCS Method: Which Should You Use?
Compare the Rational Method and SCS/NRCS Curve Number Method for stormwater calculations. Learn when to use each method based on project size, requirements, and data availability.
Subdivision Stormwater Design: From Concept to Construction
Master subdivision stormwater design principles. Learn about regional detention, lot-level drainage, street drainage, and regulatory coordination for residential developments.
Want to Learn the Theory?
Check out our educational articles for in-depth explanations of drainage engineering methods and concepts.