Water runoff drainage
There are many aspects you need to take into consideration when you use an irrigation system. From weather and landscape and water drainage, all these things must create a balance.
Landscape
First of all start by planning the area that will house the irrigation system.
Soil
Soil will affect the irrigation system. Clay soil is more compact and will inhibit plant growth. It will also increase the chance of water runoff. The soil must act like a sponge in order to absorb the proper amount of water. Mixing the soil with gypsum will help break it apart.
Drainage
Drainage is a very important feature of the irrigation system. It will be the solution to water runoff problems. It implies sloping the landscape so that the water reaches drainage points. You will need to run drain pipes through ditches. Using a French drain system is recommended.
Water flow levels
Arbitrary watering fixes water runoff issues and water waste issues. Use drippers at the base of the plants to water them of sprinklers to cover up a larger area. Use a timer to automate the irrigation system.
Water runoff
The final water runoff should be directed to a street drainage, but careful enough not to cause a slippery mess on the sidewalk. Draining the water into a creek or river must be done if the water doesn’t contain any contaminants like pesticides or other chemicals.