How to fix backyard drainage issue?

[felipenm]

Hey all, I am looking for ideas on how to fix a drainage problem I have. As you can see in the photo this area gets “flooded” whenever there is heavy rain. A Deck will be built in this area and ideally there should be minimum water sitting there as possible. 

So looking for idea on how to address this issue. 

Thanks! 

 

[Dave-1]

Afternoon @felipenm 

I have gravel on top of my clay and it works brilliantly, I also have berms under the gravel made from clay to help funnel teh water where I want.

Side path rebuild from recyled pavers 

Landscaping Front Yard Part 2 

You can see how I sloped the path to chanel the water, The clay was my base, teh 8mm gravel was the sub surface water carrier and the pavers on top hold it all together. It has stood well for the past couple of years.

Dave

[felipenm]

@JacobZ thanks for your prompt response! I will do as you described! Your help is much appreciated.