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Project: Grading, drainage & hillside rock armor

Existing site conditions

The existing site around the barn allowed for water intrusion due to a negative grade along the perimeter.

Excavation

Tree stumps were excavated and removed to allow for grading along the side of the barn to create positive surface drainage.

Grading & drainage

Excavated soil was redistributed to create a berm to divert runoff. The slope down to the barn was notched in preparation for rock armor and weed-mat was installed. Downspout drains were trenched to drain away from the structure.

Rock & gravel: delivery and spreading

4"-9" rock was spread on the slope to armor and prevent erosion. Road base was spread and compacted between the barn and slope to create a parking area.

Project: Grading & yard restoration

Grading

Topsoil was spread and the yard was graded to smooth rough and patchy areas.

Seed & straw-mat

A fescue seed blend was broadcast over all bare dirt areas and lightly back-raked into the soil. A layer of straw-mat was installed to protect the seed and help prevent erosion.

Grass growing: 2 - 3 weeks

Garden hoses and sprinklers were temporarily setup to water on a timer, starting in the mornings, for the first 2 - 3 weeks. 1 inch of water per week beyond the initial watering period is necessary to maintain a healthy stand of grass.

Serving: Blue Springs, Grain Valley, Independence, Lee's Summit, and other surrounding Kansas City areas.

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