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RELIEF DRAINAGE [1 record]

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Record 1 2001-05-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Sewers and Drainage
  • Drainage and Irrigation (Agric.)
DEF

A perforated pipe (or series of pipes) installed in a trench on relatively flat ground to provide improved drainage.

CONT

Request for engineering investigation of a drainage or flooding problem. To report blocked curb inlets, impassable streets, sewer back-ups, or other hazardous conditions, call the Public Works Department ... Things to consider: Does the Village provide assistance to relieve drainage or flooding problems on private property? Answer: Yes, the Village has a 50/50 program to construct relief drainage improvements ... contact the Engineering Division.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Égouts et drainage
  • Drainage et irrigation (Agriculture)
Key term(s)
  • drainage de décharge
  • drainage d'appoint

Spanish

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