1. Soil that has been compressed or densely packed, either naturally or artificially, reducing pore space and affecting water infiltration and root penetration
The impacted soil in the parking lot prevented proper drainage of rainwater.
O solo compactado no estacionamento impediu a drenagem adequada da água da chuva.
2. Soil compressed by heavy machinery, foot traffic, or construction activities, resulting in decreased permeability
Impacted soil around the construction site required remediation to restore vegetation growth.
O solo compactado ao redor do canteiro de obras precisava de remediação para restaurar o crescimento da vegetação.