Common problems and how to troubleshoot them for tree trenches and tree boxes
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Symptom | Possible causes | Solution |
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Standing water within the infiltration area for more than 48 hours | This might be because a pretreatment is no longer working, or there are excessive sediment loads due to erosion or high sediment loads from the contributing area. |
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Rainwater does not appear to flow to the infiltration/filtration area | Leaves, sediment, trash, or plant debris may be blocking the flow path to the inlet | Remove these materials on a regular basis |
Tree is not growing or shows signs of poor health during inspections |
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Consult with an arborist. Check that plants are suited to the local conditions. |
Erosion or scouring around the inlet | Flow is obstructed by debris or improper grading | Correct for drainage and flow path issues to make sure flows are evenly distributed. Make sure the flow paths are unobstructed |
This page was last edited on 5 August 2022, at 00:23.