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Land Drainage Scheme Design: Survey Data to Plans

Comprehensive analysis before design begins

Land Drainage Scheme Design Process

Following the site survey undertaken in the field, our design team carefully processes all collected data before developing a tailored drainage scheme for your land. This design stage brings together the key survey findings into a single, clear drawing— ensuring every important detail from the site is presented for your review. Our aim is to share our findings openly and transparently so you fully understand what to expect at the delivery stage. We also want you to have complete confidence that we have thoroughly assessed all relevant site information before proposing a solution.

What we provide at design stage

Each client receives a set of three detailed drawings:

1. Spot Level Plan

A full record of all individual TOPO levels captured during the survey—both ground levels within the field and levels from the surrounding watercourses.

2. Contour Map

A colour-coded representation of high and low areas, derived from the spot level data. This plan also illustrates the prevailing direction of fall (where present), giving clarity around the reasoning behind our drainage layout and orientation.

3. Clean Proposal Plan

A simplified drawing showing only the proposed positions of new drains, without any topographical information.

To accompany these drawings, we typically include a quotation for the works along with a concise report summarising key findings and observations from the site. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive understanding of your field, demonstrating that every detail has been carefully considered in the creation of your drainage scheme design.

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What’s Included in a Land Drainage Design?

William Morfoot turns site survey findings into a tailored drainage scheme, presenting the information needed to understand the proposed layout. The design package includes a Spot Level Plan, a Contour Map and a Clean Proposal Plan.

The Contour Map highlights higher and lower areas and, where present, the direction of fall. The Clean Proposal Plan shows the proposed drain positions without topographical details. A quotation and concise report summarising site observations are also typically provided.