On Campus BMP Research
Villanova Infiltration Trench
 
 
Location
 

Figure 1: Site conditions before construction, notice erosion of slope.

Figure 2: First a retaining wall was constructed to prevent future erosion.

Figure 3: The Infiltration Trench was outlined and excavated with a backhoe.

Figure 4: Once completed, the excavation was lined with a geotextile fabric.

Figure 5: Washed crushed stone filling the bed.

Figure 6: Installation of perforated distribution pipe.

Figure 7: 6x6" timbers were used to outline the Trench and a small concrete pad was poured.

Figure 8: Completed Infiltration Trench.

Note:
Figure 4: Notice the locations of the two monitoring wells.

Figure 7: A small concrete pad was poured to support the monitoring bench. A 2" layer of choker stone was used to support the Eco-Pavers.