Available Erosion/Sediment Controls

Construction controls used throughout the U.S.

Polymer Geotextile Blanket being installed to help stabilize sandy hill

1. Minimize Clearing

2. Protect Waterways, Stabilize Drainageways Checkdams, sod, erosion control blankets, rip rap

3. Phase Construction

4. Rapid Soil Stabilization- hydroseed, mulch, erosion control blankets

5. Protect Steep Slopes

6. Perimeter Controls- Earth dikes, diversions, silt fences, stabilize construction entrance

7. Employ Advance Settling Devices- sediment traps & sediment basins

8. Certified Contractors Implement Plan

9. Adjust Plan as Field Conditions change

10. Assess and Revise Practices After Storms-Repair damage, modify practices, reinforce, cleanout