Dig the Retention Pit

What happens here

The first physical step in creating a dry well is to excavate a pit in the area where water accumulates. The size (length, width, and depth) of this pit is crucial and must be determined based on the severity and extent of the water problem. The speaker mentions that depths can range from 1 foot to as much as 3 feet, and dimensions vary widely depending on the volume of water needing to be managed. This pit will serve as the primary reservoir for excess water.

Goal: Create a pit of appropriate dimensions to collect and hold excess water for infiltration.