It’s common sense that as floods increase in intensity and frequency, building systems that direct and distribute stormwater become more and more necessary. These drainage systems serve an integral role in keeping the community safe, and projects like pipes, culverts, and ditches are a key part of any comprehensive flood protection plan.
Culverts are a type of drainage pipe or channel built into roads, railroads, and bridges to give an opening underneath the surface for water to flow.
Ditches often found on roadsides, provide a nearby, safe location for stormwater to go. Open ditches may work even better than drainage pipes because they have more storage capacity and allow the water to flow at more natural speeds, rather than the accelerated rate created by drainage pipes.
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