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Spring Thaw Causes Basement Flooding

Name: Jac  City:

Question: When there is a thaw and the ground is still frozen, water builds up in a low area where culvert is blocked by ice and snow. The result is that the water rises above the inlet to the septic system and enters the basement. A small sump in the basement has proven to be inadequate. Is there anything that can be done outside to relieve the problem? Would a french sump in the low area be a possible solution?