” How do you drain a swamp?

Build trenches and canals that allow water to flow out. For most swamps, you can dig a series of trenches below the current water level, allowing gravity to do the work of propelling water down and out of the swamp. As the standing water drains away, the swamp flora and fauna will die out, and—as long as the land remains relatively dry—upland flora and fauna will replace it. Depending on how permeable the soil is, the trenches may need to include piping to help ensure the water flows out instead of permeating the soil. Sometimes, a power source might be needed to initiate the water flow. The swamp will also drain more quickly if you fill it in with dry soil as you drain.

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