"Solving drainage problems in turf, tree and landscape plantings is not a difficult task if you understand the underlying cause of the problem and you are able to redirect the excess water to a lower area such as a drainage ditch, dry well or catch basin," states Chris R. Carlson of Kent State. Discover how soil grading can be used in the solution of drainage problems in this feature from "Grounds Maintenance." Drainage problems are often the result of inadequate soil grading.