3.1.2.3. Infiltration Trenches/Percolation Pits

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the purpose of infiltration trenches?

   Hint

   Think about how water interacts with soil.

2. 2.

   Describe a percolation pit in one sentence.

   Hint

   Consider its depth compared to trenches.

3. 3.

   What is the primary function of infiltration trenches?

   • a) Store water for later use
   • b) Recharge groundwater and filter stormwater
   • c) Increase runoff

   Hint

   Consider the nature of the trench's purpose.

4. 4.

   True or False: Percolation pits are shallower than infiltration trenches.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall the definitions we discussed.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the effectiveness of implementing both infiltration trenches and percolation pits in a coastal city prone to flooding.

   Hint

   Consider the unique challenges coastal cities face.

6. 6.

   Propose a maintenance plan for a series of infiltration trenches installed in a metropolitan area.

   Hint

   Think about long-term sustainability practices.