51.3.1 - Field Drains
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary function of field drains?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when there's too much water.
Name one component that works with field drains.
💡 Hint: Remember the hierarchy of the drainage system.
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What is the primary role of field drains?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when excess water is not managed.
True or False: Field drains do not need to be maintained once installed.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens if drains get clogged.
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You are tasked with designing a drainage system for a field that experiences frequent waterlogging due to heavy clay soil. Describe your approach, including the type of drains you would employ and their layout.
💡 Hint: Consider the natural flow of water and how clay soil behaves.
Evaluate the potential long-term economic impacts of maintaining a proper field drainage system versus not having one in place.
💡 Hint: Think about the consequences of healthy versus unhealthy fields.
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