I agree completely Sammy. Furthermore, given the nature of the consulting business, few firms actually take the time to properly train their young engineers because it is not billable. However, the time spent in properly training engineers would surely be saved in improving efficiency (less...
Thanks for the last 2 suggestions.
When I say the site is maxed out, I'm not exaggerating. Its urban infill so there is no room for an open drainage pond and all of the parking is buried, so an underground system also is unfeasible. We have some room in the driveway, so that may be an option...
As it turns out, we are holding off on the grading until we get the drainage worked out. This is the approach you all have suggested and I think it is the best way to go. The developer has the site overdeveloped and left no room for stormwater detention. We are required to hold 5" across the...
Thanks for the advice all!
Id get into the site details but its a can of worms. I may post later if I have specific questions. I think I'm getting the hang of it. Your tips have been helpful.
It seems that site grading is one of those things they never teach you in school, but expect you to know on the job. I have had some exposure to grading in the past and have been able to work my way through it, but never felt that I had a firm grasp on the procedure. A big grading job was just...
