Dry Creek Bed Installation

What This Service Involves

A dry creek bed is drainage that looks like a natural feature – a rock-lined channel that carries runoff during rain and looks like a picturesque streambed the rest of the time. We shape the channel along the natural flow path, line it with fabric, and set river rock and boulders for a convincing, water-worn look that also does real drainage work. It is the ideal solution where you want to manage runoff and erosion while adding character rather than hiding a plain pipe.

Benefits

Manages runoff and looks beautiful; Natural, water-worn streambed look; Controls erosion along flow paths; Rock and boulders for character; Function and design in one feature

Our Process

1) Map the natural water flow path; 2) Excavate and shape the channel; 3) Line with fabric for weed and silt control; 4) Set river rock and boulders; 5) Blend the banks and test flow

What Affects the Cost

Length and width of the bed; Rock and boulder selection; Excavation; Design detail

Best Time of Year

Best installed in drier conditions.