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downspout

In French: descente pluviale

Definition

The vertical pipe that brings water from the gutter to the ground. Its water should come out away from the foundation, onto a surface that absorbs it, never into the foundation drain.

Also called

  • downpipe
  • leader

Other names in French

  • descente de gouttière

Sources

  1. The Calgary guide recommends extending downspouts 1.2 to 1.8 m and discharging onto lawn, not driveways or walks.

    Guide to Lot Drainage · City of Calgary