Looking for a drainage contractor in Timken, KS? Describe your project once and up to five drainage contractors who work in Timken and Rush County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Timken is home to about 34 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a shrinking community (−5.6% since 2020). With 264 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. Heavy rains, clay soils and flat lots are common causes of soggy yards here.
Timken at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 34 (−5.6% since 2020)
- Rank in Kansas
- 598th of 625 cities and towns
- Land area
- 0.1 sq mi
- Population density
- 264 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- City (Timken city)
- Main county
- Rush County
What to check before hiring in Timken
- Call 811: utilities must be marked before digging.
- Outlet: ask where the water will go; local rules limit discharges toward neighbors and streets.
- Permits: in Kansas, large grading jobs may need a permit from the city or county.
- Price drivers: length of drain, depth, outlet, and lawn or hardscape restoration.
Useful official resources
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Call 811
Official information and guidance.
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EPA: green infrastructure for homeowners
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Timken
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French drain or yard drain
French drain, catch basins or channel drains to move water away from the problem area.
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Grading and regrading
Regrading the soil so that water flows away from the house.
Frequently asked questions in Timken
How much does yard drainage cost in Timken, KS?
It depends on the length of drain, the depth and the outlet. Describe the problem: contractors who serve Timken reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
Most residential drains take one to three days.
Will a drain fix a wet basement?
It can help when water comes from the yard; inside problems may need waterproofing too.
Which drainage contractors will contact me?
Up to five independent drainage contractors who serve Timken and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.