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In part two of the conversation, Paul Fuller discusses the history of drainage, starting with the first known drain tile in the United States in 1838. He shares the story of John Johnston, who used clay tiles to improve his farm's productivity. The conversation then moves on to the installation of drain tile, including the use of hand-dug clay tiles in the past and the modern methods of tile installation. Surface drainage planning is explored, with a focus on determining the elevation of the field and finding the most effective outlets. The use of LIDAR data in drainage planning is also discussed, highlighting its accuracy and limitations. The chapter concludes with a discussion on getting started with drain tile planning, emphasizing the importance of identifying the outlet and utilizing resources like ADMS software tutorials. In this conversation, Paul Fuller discusses various aspects of drain tile planning and water management. He emphasizes the importance of gathering initial information and conducting watershed modeling to determine the right approach. Paul also explains the process of surface drainage and proposing mains, as well as determining tile spacing using online calculators. He highlights the significance of soil maps and discusses the different approaches to tile drainage in various regions. Additionally, Paul explores alternative water management techniques such as conservation drainage and drain tile water recycling. The conversation concludes with tips for effective tile planning and the role of Kendra in naming the podcast.
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In part two of the conversation, Paul Fuller discusses the history of drainage, starting with the first known drain tile in the United States in 1838. He shares the story of John Johnston, who used clay tiles to improve his farm's productivity. The conversation then moves on to the installation of drain tile, including the use of hand-dug clay tiles in the past and the modern methods of tile installation. Surface drainage planning is explored, with a focus on determining the elevation of the field and finding the most effective outlets. The use of LIDAR data in drainage planning is also discussed, highlighting its accuracy and limitations. The chapter concludes with a discussion on getting started with drain tile planning, emphasizing the importance of identifying the outlet and utilizing resources like ADMS software tutorials. In this conversation, Paul Fuller discusses various aspects of drain tile planning and water management. He emphasizes the importance of gathering initial information and conducting watershed modeling to determine the right approach. Paul also explains the process of surface drainage and proposing mains, as well as determining tile spacing using online calculators. He highlights the significance of soil maps and discusses the different approaches to tile drainage in various regions. Additionally, Paul explores alternative water management techniques such as conservation drainage and drain tile water recycling. The conversation concludes with tips for effective tile planning and the role of Kendra in naming the podcast.
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