Tag: Erosion Control
Perimeter Control Alternatives to Silt Fence
As a strong physical barrier to water and sediment, silt fence has long been the default best management practice (BMP) where there is an...
Thinking of Forests and Beaches
This is the time of year when many folks are planning to head to the woods or the beach for a summer vacation, so...
Erosion Control Blanket for Slope Stabilization
The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) FFO-US20 PME Phase 3 project located in Eddyville, Oregon was one of many phases of the 5.5 miles...
Factors in Erosion Control
Most folks involved in erosion and sediment control have an opinion about the most important factors in determining how well this is done on...
Keep It Covered to Control Erosion
If a construction site is “out of control” from an erosion and sediment control standpoint, those in charge should review the Five Pillars of...
The Intersection of Erosion Control and Wildlife
Early erosion control focused on modifying agricultural practices and plantings, such as kudzu. Early construction erosion and sediment control techniques focused on hay bales...
