Drainage & Stormwater

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Drainage and Stormwater Earthworks in Wollondilly

Earth Civil Contracting provides practical drainage and stormwater earthworks for rural, residential, commercial and civil projects throughout Wollondilly and the surrounding regions.

Based in Picton, our team helps property owners, farmers, builders, developers and contractors manage water movement across their sites. From drainage channels and culvert preparation through to trenching, grading and erosion repairs, we provide earthmoving solutions designed around the conditions of the land.

Poor drainage can lead to pooling water, damaged roads, unstable ground, erosion and ongoing maintenance problems. Our team takes the time to assess how water moves across the property before recommending a practical approach to improving drainage and protecting important areas of the site.

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What's included

Practical Drainage Solutions for Every Site

Effective drainage is about more than digging a trench. The land needs to be shaped correctly so water can move safely away from buildings, roads, driveways and other important areas.

Earth Civil Contracting provides drainage earthworks for farms, acreage properties, residential sites, commercial developments and civil construction projects.

  • Drainage excavation
  • Stormwater trenching
  • Culvert preparation
  • Swale construction
  • Table drains
  • Water diversion channels
  • Rural drainage
  • Road drainage
  • Driveway drainage
  • Site grading
  • Erosion repairs
  • Washout repairs
  • Backfilling and compaction
  • Drainage earthworks
Our capabilities

Every stage of the process

Slide through the works we complete across construction, rural and civil sites.

01

Drainage Excavation

Drainage excavation creates trenches, channels and pathways allowing water to move safely across properties. Our team excavates drainage lines for stormwater pipes, culverts, channels and swales. We evaluate site levels, machinery access, structures and runoff direction, delivering accurate excavation that ensures systems function properly and prevents unwanted water collection.

02

Stormwater Trenching

Stormwater trenches install pipes and drainage infrastructure around homes, buildings, roads and developments. Earth Civil Contracting provides stormwater trenching across residential, commercial, rural and civil sites. We excavate trenches to required depths, widths and alignments around underground utilities, assisting with subsequent backfilling, material placement, compaction and site clean-up.

03

Rural Drainage

Managing water across farms and acreage properties requires careful earthworks on sloping or uneven land. We provide rural drainage solutions including channels, swales, culverts, table drains and land shaping. Our team evaluates property contours and heavy rainfall movement, delivering practical drainage around paddocks, roads, tracks, sheds, dams and working yards.

04

Road Drainage

Proper drainage protects roads, driveways and access tracks from potholes, washouts, ruts and soft edges. Earth Civil Contracting provides road drainage works including table drains, culverts, cross-drainage, swales and water diversion. We reshape road surfaces and surrounding land to optimize runoff, serving new road builds, routine maintenance or structural repairs.

05

Driveway Drainage

Uncontrolled runoff damages driveways by eroding surfaces and pooling along edges. Our team improves driveway drainage through grading, trenching, culvert preparation, channels and water diversion. We assess driveway slopes and runoff direction to protect surfaces, improve wet-weather access and repair existing washout damage, pooling water and soft ground.

06

Culvert Preparation

Culverts allow water to pass beneath roads, driveways and tracks while maintaining safe surface access. Earth Civil Contracting provides culvert earthworks including excavation, level preparation, backfilling and compaction. We shape inlet and outlet areas, improve surrounding drainage and repair erosion-damaged embankments across rural properties, private roads and commercial sites.

07

Swales and Drainage Channels

Swales and open channels guide surface water across rural land, construction sites and commercial developments. Our team excavates and shapes swales to direct runoff away from buildings, roads and paddocks. We manage channel depth, width and fall based on water volume, ensuring smooth water flow without transferring issues elsewhere.

08

Table Drains

Table drains collect surface water alongside rural roads, access tracks and driveways, directing runoff toward culverts and safe discharge areas. Earth Civil Contracting constructs, reshapes and cleans table drains during road construction or ongoing maintenance, restoring correct shapes and falls to prevent road erosion and surface deterioration.

09

Water Diversion Earthworks

Some properties require water redirection away from buildings, roads, work zones or unstable ground. Our team constructs diversion banks, channels and swales to guide water safely across the land. We evaluate surrounding terrain to direct runoff properly around rural sheds, paddocks, construction sites, driveways, dams and commercial facilities.

10

Site Grading for Drainage

Grading shapes ground levels to control water collection and movement speed. Earth Civil Contracting grades and reshapes land to establish required falls, directing runoff away from building pads, access roads, driveways, yards, paddocks and commercial sites. Correct grading reduces water pooling, improves site usability and supports broader drainage systems.

11

Drainage Around Building Sites

Construction sites require suitable drainage to maintain access and prevent project damage. We provide drainage earthworks around building pads, site entrances, access roads and storage areas using temporary or permanent trenches, swales, grading and culverts, preventing foundation water pooling and softened access routes during construction.

12

Drainage for Rural Sheds and Yards

Water pooling around rural sheds, yards and working areas restricts vehicle access and creates mud. Our team reshapes surrounding ground, installs drainage channels and prepares trenches or culverts based on roof runoff and slope conditions, protecting building pads and making vehicle access reliable during wet weather.

13

Drainage for Commercial and Civil Sites

Earth Civil Contracting provides comprehensive drainage earthworks for commercial, industrial and civil projects. Capabilities include bulk excavation, trenching, channels, culvert preparation, grading and site drainage improvements. Working alongside builders and engineers, our team follows project specifications to deliver complete standalone or packaged site drainage solutions.

14

Erosion Repairs

Uncontrolled runoff causes severe erosion across roads, embankments, paddocks and construction sites. Earth Civil Contracting provides earthworks for washouts, damaged channels and unstable land sections. We clear loose material, reshape damaged areas, place suitable fill and compact surfaces, addressing root water movement to prevent recurring erosion.

15

Washout Repairs

Heavy rain damages roads, driveways, culverts and drainage channels, removing surface materials and exposing pipes. Our team excavates damaged sections, rebuilds formations and restores site levels. We enhance surrounding channels and culvert runoff paths, offering washout repairs across rural properties, residential blocks, commercial sites and construction access routes.

16

Drainage Maintenance

Drainage channels lose effectiveness when filled with sediment, vegetation or debris. Earth Civil Contracting cleans, reshapes and restores drains, swales, table drains and open drainage areas. Our maintenance removes built-up material, restores required fall and repairs structural damage, preventing line blockages, road erosion and costly future repairs.

Drainage Earthworks for Builders and Developers

We work with builders and developers to provide drainage excavation and site preparation across residential and commercial projects.

Our team understands the importance of accurate levels, project timing and coordination with other trades.

We can complete stormwater trenching, culvert preparation, grading, channels and general drainage earthworks.

Drainage Earthworks for Farms and Acreage

Farms and acreage properties often need practical drainage solutions that suit large areas and changing terrain.

We assist with paddock drainage, road drainage, culverts, channels, swales and water diversion.

Our team considers how the property is used and aims to maintain access for vehicles, livestock and machinery.

Machinery & operators

Machinery and experienced operators

Right machine for job

Earth Civil Contracting provides machinery wet hire with experienced operators for drainage and stormwater earthworks.

Experienced operators

Our equipment can be used for trenching, grading, channel excavation, culvert preparation, erosion repairs and general earthmoving.

Well-maintained fleet

Wet hire gives clients access to suitable machinery and an operator who understands how to work safely around changing ground conditions.

Wet hire available

We discuss the project beforehand and recommend machinery based on access, excavation depth and the volume of material involved.

What's included

Nearly 40 years of earthworks experience

Drainage earthworks require accurate levels, suitable machinery and a clear understanding of how water moves across the site.

Earth Civil Contracting brings extensive experience across excavation, roadworks, rural projects and civil construction.

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  • Experienced earthmoving operators
  • Practical drainage
    solutions
  • Reliable machinery
  • Rural, residential and commercial capabilities
  • Local knowledge of Wollondilly
  • Clear communication throughout the project
  • Drainage, grading and erosion repair services
  • A strong focus on quality and safety
Where we work

Drainage Earthworks Across Wollondilly

Based in Picton, Earth Civil Contracting provides drainage and stormwater earthworks throughout Wollondilly and nearby regions.

Picton

Tahmoor

Thirlmere

Wilton

Appin

Bargo

Macarthur

Goulburn

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Whether you need stormwater trenching, rural drainage, culvert preparation, grading or erosion repairs, Earth Civil Contracting is ready to help.

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02 4677 2239
info@earthcivil.com.au
Lot 2 Wonga Rd, Picton NSW 2571, Australia