Dewatering

Dewatering is a term to describe the removal of groundwater or surface water from for example a construction site. In construction the water is pumped from wells or sumps to temporarily lower the groundwater levels, to allow excavation in dry and stable conditions below natural groundwater level. The presence of undesired water in a construction site can lead to safety risks, increased costs and delays to your project. Therefore, when preparing to excavate the surface or to perform dry site construction work, it is critical to use the right technique to control, manage and remove water. This becomes even more important as the geology and hydrology will vary from location to location.