51.2.1. Surface Drainage Systems

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does surface drainage aim to prevent?

   Hint

   Think about conditions that harm plant growth.

2. 2.

   Name one type of surface drainage system.

   Hint

   Recall the different systems we discussed.

3. 3.

   What is the primary purpose of surface drainage systems?

   • To increase crop yield
   • To remove excess water
   • To add nutrients to the soil

   Hint

   Consider what happens when there's too much water.

4. 4.

   Is parallel drainage used in flat areas?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the layout of the ditches.

5. 5.

   Design a surface drainage strategy for a 10-acre farm on a gentle slope and explain your reasoning behind the choice of drainage type.

   Hint

   Consider the land's shape and where water tends to gather.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the risks associated with poor drainage in a region experiencing heavy rainfall. What systems would you implement to mitigate these risks?

   Hint

   Think about long-term agricultural productivity and crop viability.