Dowsing
I have used the 'L-rods' (actually I find welding rod to be the best) to locate all sorts of things. Only last week I located and plotted the route of a 'lost' water main for a neighbour which was then confirmed by excavation. I do not claim I can tell you what the object is below ground, its depth etc., but I will tell you it's there. However, when my students try it, some (a small proportion) get no reaction at all to a known drain line.
I once located several drains runs under a school playground which minimised surface damage by ensuring excavation was localised - and when the first drain was exposed, I received a round of applause from a very sceptical construction crew!
I have no mystic powers - but if something works - then use it.
Tony S - Architect.
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