Construction Site Drainage Planning for Nepal's Monsoon

Prevent monsoon site flooding, foundation waterlogging and material damage with proper temporary drainage planning.

Grade the site before excavation

Establish temporary drainage channels directing surface water away from excavated foundation areas.

Protect open foundations

Cover or pump excavated foundation trenches before major monsoon rainfall events to prevent soil saturation.

Store materials off the ground

Cement bags and steel should be stored on raised platforms with tarpaulin cover during the monsoon season.

Plan concrete pours around forecasts

Avoid scheduling major concrete pours during forecasted heavy rainfall periods where possible.

Use this in Build Mart Nepal

Turn the guidance into action by creating a project, loading a BOQ, matching local providers, issuing quotations and storing approvals in the Build Mart Nepal construction operating system.

Quick implementation checklist

• Define the required outcome and acceptance evidence.
• Assign an owner and target date.
• Record quotations, approvals and changes.
• Inspect completed work and retain handover records.