Q: We have a lot in the Oakland hills that was chosen years ago to be the site for an open concrete drainage swale that carries the runoff from a catch basin at the end of our private lane. We ...

Drainage systems on real estate properties are becoming expensive, but permeable concrete reduces stormwater buildup, lessening the need for water retention ponds, swales or similar installations.

"Absolutely fantastic!" Gardener shares video after building clever solution to backyard drainage issue: 'You can't fake it ...

It is placed at the end of a swale or French drain and is constructed of drainage fabric or a large metal or concrete basin with holes in its sides through which the collected water can drain out ...

Attention is once again back on a controversial project at Ocean Springs Front Beach designed to mitigate sand erosion.

A consultant has issued preliminary recommendations on dealing with Bethlehem’s Stefko Boulevard drainage swale problem, with cost estimates ranging from $297,000 to $923,000. In the three re… ...