How to dig soak pits in dry riverbeds for water extraction - Exam
  • 1. What is the primary purpose of a soak pit in a dry riverbed?
A) Sediment collection
B) Flood prevention
C) Water extraction
D) Erosion control
  • 2. What is a critical factor when choosing a location for a soak pit?
A) Proximity to underground water flow
B) Elevation of the riverbed
C) Soil color
D) Distance from vegetation
  • 3. What type of soil is best suited for a soak pit?
A) Gravel and sand
B) Clay
C) Loam
D) Silt
  • 4. What is the recommended minimum diameter of a soak pit?
A) 1 meter
B) 0.3 meter
C) 0.5 meter
D) 2 meters
  • 5. What is the recommended minimum depth of a soak pit?
A) 1.5 meters
B) 0.5 meter
C) 0.3 meters
D) 1 meter
  • 6. What material is commonly used to line the soak pit walls?
A) Gravel
B) Plastic
C) Cement
D) Clay
  • 7. Why is gravel used to line the pit walls?
A) To filter water
B) To prevent collapse
C) To add weight
D) To retain moisture
  • 8. What should be placed at the bottom of the soak pit?
A) Fine sand
B) Coarse gravel
C) Clay layer
D) Bare earth
  • 9. What is the purpose of placing larger stones at the bottom?
A) Prevent water from escaping
B) Facilitate water infiltration
C) Attract minerals
D) Support the walls
  • 10. What should be done after the pit is lined and filled with gravel?
A) Cover with plastic
B) Leave open to the air
C) Cover with a permeable material
D) Fill with soil
  • 11. Why is a permeable cover recommended?
A) To prevent contamination
B) To increase evaporation
C) To keep animals out
D) To attract rain
  • 12. How often should a soak pit be inspected?
A) Never
B) Only when it stops producing water
C) Regularly, especially after heavy rain
D) Annually
  • 13. What is a common cause of soak pit failure?
A) Sunlight exposure
B) Animal burrowing
C) Excessive water extraction
D) Sediment buildup
  • 14. How can sediment buildup be prevented?
A) Using chemicals
B) Regular cleaning and maintenance
C) Adding more gravel
D) Ignoring it
  • 15. What tool is essential for digging a soak pit?
A) Screwdriver
B) Level
C) Measuring tape
D) Shovel
  • 16. What safety precaution is important when digging?
A) Ignore potential hazards
B) Dig alone
C) Work barefoot
D) Wear gloves and eye protection
  • 17. What is the purpose of a well screen (if installed)?
A) Increase water pressure
B) Filter chemicals
C) Cool the water
D) Prevent sediment from entering the pump
  • 18. What factor determines the number of soak pits needed?
A) Number of people using the water
B) Local regulations
C) Size of the riverbed
D) Water demand and riverbed flow
  • 19. How does a soak pit contribute to water conservation?
A) It creates surface water storage
B) It captures and utilizes subsurface flow
C) It reduces evaporation
D) It increases rainfall
  • 20. What is a potential environmental impact of poorly managed soak pits?
A) Improved soil fertility
B) Reduced erosion
C) Increased rainfall
D) Groundwater contamination
  • 21. Which of these is NOT a sign of a good soak pit location?
A) Evidence of past water flow
B) Standing water on the surface
C) Vegetation nearby
D) Damp soil a few feet down
  • 22. What is the best time of year to construct a soak pit?
A) During the dry season
B) During a flood
C) Any time of year
D) During the rainy season
  • 23. What is the purpose of a collection pipe (if used)?
A) To measure the water level
B) To release excess water
C) To gather water from the surrounding gravel
D) To add pressure to the water flow
  • 24. What is a disadvantage of soak pits compared to other water extraction methods?
A) Higher cost
B) More complex construction
C) Lower yield in some cases
D) Requires electricity
  • 25. What type of pump is typically used with a soak pit?
A) Centrifugal pump
B) Windmill pump
C) Submersible pump
D) Hand pump
  • 26. If the water from the soak pit is for drinking, what is recommended?
A) Adding chlorine
B) Boiling the water
C) Ignoring water quality
D) Water filtration and purification
  • 27. How can the lifespan of a soak pit be extended?
A) Using substandard materials
B) Ignoring sediment buildup
C) Over-extraction of water
D) Regular maintenance and cleaning
  • 28. What is a potential hazard when working in a dry riverbed?
A) Flash floods
B) Extremely cold temperatures
C) Volcanic eruptions
D) Wild animals
  • 29. What is the significance of native vegetation near the site?
A) Indicates soil quality
B) Provides shade
C) Indicates groundwater presence
D) Attracts wildlife
  • 30. What is one alternative name for a soak pit used for water extraction?
A) Drainage ditch
B) Infiltration gallery
C) Retention pond
D) Swale
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