AGREM Interceptor Drainage Systems

AGREM Interceptor Drainage Sytems are a type of conventional pattern tile where laterals are placed as much as possible to intercept water flows. By placing laterals perpendicular to subsurface water flow, laterals intercept water flow, such as side seeps, and remove water as it flows down hill. This allows for more efficient water removal and reduces ponding. Interceptor systems are not as efficient as Contour Drainage Systems but are more efficient than Conventional Pattern Systems. Interceptor systems are designed according to your soil type and provide consistent drainage through your field.

• More efficient in water removal than Conventional Pattern Tile Systems
• Spacing and depth according to your soil type and desired drainage coefficient
• Laterals placed perpendicular to water flow
• Provides relief drainage and some interceptor drainage
• Can incorporate surface drainage as well
• Not able for all fields to be upgraded to an effective controlled drainage

Hmmm... I just looked at your page on conventional drainage systems and have just finished looking at your interceptor drainage page. I've always relied on my drainage contractor to do my designs for me, and now I wonder what type of system is he putting in. What have you seen in the industry?

It varies from contractor to contractor. Some contractors prefer to install conventional systems as they are able to pass on the savings to their customers. Some contractors always think about intercepting water flows and the efficiency of removing water. In a lot of cases, the types of systems installed are somewhere inbetween. A lot of professional contractors know the balance their customers want between cost and efficiency and install accordingly.