Drainage System Efficiency Check Checklist
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Visual Inspection & General Condition
Initial assessment of the drainage system's physical state and obvious issues.
Date of Inspection (YYYY-MM-DD)
Inspector Name
Overall Impression of System Condition
Visible Signs of Damage (Select all that apply)
Estimated Length of Drainage System (meters/feet)
Drainage System Type (Select all that apply)
Notes on immediate visual concerns or potential problem areas
Upload photos of system, including problem areas
Surface Water Flow & Ponding
Evaluating how surface water behaves after rainfall events.
Observe ponding duration after a typical rainfall event (e.g., 0.5 inch).
Maximum depth of ponding observed (in inches)
Describe the location(s) of observed ponding. Be specific (e.g., low spots in field, near tile outlet).
Is ponding excessive, causing potential crop stress or damage?
What factors contribute to observed ponding (select all that apply)?
If 'Other' selected in previous question, please describe.
Drainage Outlet Functionality
Assessing the efficiency of outlets, including culverts, ditches, and pipes.
Outlet Type?
Outlet Flow Rate (L/s or GPM)
Outlet Blockage?
Describe any observed outlet issues:
Water Level at Outlet (m or ft)
Evidence of Backflow?
Attach Photo of Outlet
Channel & Pipe Condition
Detailed examination of the integrity and cleanliness of channels and pipes.
Pipe Diameter (inches)
Pipe Material
Channel Slope (percent)
Pipe Condition - Visible Damage?
Describe any observed pipe or channel degradation (rust, cracks, settlement, etc.)
Estimate Sediment Build-up in Channel (inches)
Upload Photo of Channel/Pipe Condition
Sediment & Obstruction Assessment
Identifying and quantifying sediment buildup and any blockages within the drainage system.
Average Sediment Depth (cm)
Types of Debris Observed
Description of 'Other' Debris (if selected)
Estimated Percentage of Drainage System Blocked by Sediment/Debris (%)
Severity of Obstruction
Photo of Sediment/Debris Buildup
Detailed Description of Obstruction Location and Nature
Vegetation Management
Reviewing vegetation growth within and around the drainage system and its impact on efficiency.
Dominant Vegetation Types Observed (Check all that apply)
Detailed Description of Vegetation Presence & Location
Estimated Vegetation Coverage (%)
Vegetation Impact on Drainage (Choose One)
Describe Specific Areas of Concern Related to Vegetation
Photos of Vegetation and Potential Obstructions
Last Vegetation Management Date
Erosion Control Measures
Checking the effectiveness of erosion control structures (riprap, check dams, etc.).
Riprap Condition
Check Dam Height (feet)
Terrace Stability (if applicable)
Describe Any Erosion Concerns
Vegetation Cover Near Erosion Controls
Distance to Nearest Waterbody (feet)
Attach Photos of Erosion Controls
Water Quality & Runoff Analysis (Optional)
Collecting samples and analyzing runoff to evaluate water quality and nutrient loss (requires specific equipment and expertise).
Describe any unusual observations regarding runoff color, odor, or appearance.
pH of runoff sample (if collected).
Turbidity of runoff sample (NTU - Nephelometric Turbidity Units, if collected).
Soil erosion observed in runoff? (Visual estimation)
Potential pollutants detected in runoff (check all that apply):
Attach any photos/videos of runoff or surrounding area.
Date of runoff sample collection
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