Groundwater is water that is held in soil, either in a non-saturated or saturated form. The water table is a line showing the change in water content in the soil, below which soil is saturated with water. Water in soil often acts as a lubricant. It increases the tendency of soil to slip or slide….
Tag: dewatering
Techniques used to control groundwater
For keeping the area of excavation in dry condition, the water table should be maintained at least 0.5 m below the bottom of the excavation.