Erosion Control Products

What Is Soil Erosion?

Soil erosion is a form of soil degradation that leads to the loss of the upper fertile layer of soil. A variety of environmental factors can lead to this natural or man made phenomenon, including wind, water, animals, and vegetation or lack thereof. Soil erosion has led to increased water pollution since the upper soil is carried into bodies of water, leaving less nutrient rich soil in place.

Types of Erosion Control Products

Erosion sediment control involves keeping eroded soil on construction sites to ensure that it is not carried to nearby bodies of water. The practice helps prevent water pollution and should be employed together with soil erosion control methods. The products used for sediment control include the following.

Coir logs

Made with interwoven coconut fibers, coir logs are used in wetlands and stream banks as temporary protection. To install them, excavate a shallow ditch and put two-thirds of the log into the soil. These erosion products are biodegradable and easy to install, but they can be a little expensive compared to others. You also can't use them in high-velocity areas.

Dewatering bags and tubes

Soil erosion can collect dirt and sand in streams, eventually damaging the surrounding properties or construction. Dewatering bags and tubes, used to filter sediment and sludge, alleviate the problem. Their applications include beach restoration and industrial pond dredging, and they're more efficient than dewatering boxes. The bags are also made with high-quality thread to withstand high water pressure. To get the best results, install the bags properly and avoid rocks that might rupture their fabric. Also, check the local regulations first before installing dewatering bags and tubes.

Coir wattles

Coir wattles, a 100% biodegradable erosion control product used in construction sites, allow water to pass while removing silt, sediment, and other harmful materials. They're like coir logs yet densely packed. Coir wattles are ideal if you want to reduce water flow or restore areas prone to erosion.

Silt fence

Silt fences are primarily used for retaining the soil on a construction site or undisturbed land so that it doesn't wash off into streams, ponds, rivers or roads. This temporary sediment barrier is held by either metal or wooden posts and is made with porous fabric. If you prefer a cost-effective option and a product that's easy to remove, silt fences may be the best alternative.

Straw wattles

Also called fiber rolls, straw wattles are tube-shaped erosion products made with straw, rice, composted or fiber material. They're mostly used in low shear stress areas, such as at the end of a downward slope. You'll need a shallow trench for the straw wattles and to ensure they're secure to the ground. It's recommended to check the fibers at least once a week or within two days after a rain. When the sediment reaches about half of the height of the straw wattles, remove them.

Gabions

Gabions don't just enhance your garden or residential landscape; they're also erosion barriers. The biggest advantages are they're easy to install and are extremely cost-effective. They're also ideal for wet conditions and are effective as a retaining wall.

Erosion Control Blankets and Mats

These erosion products are made with coconut fiber, polypropylene or straw and are woven together to reduce erosion or slow runoff. They're effective as long as the bags are properly installed.

AquaRockBags

Made of highly durable HDPE netting, AquaRockBags provide a gabion like sack to contain stone. They're commonly used on shorelines and hold up during storms. They are flexible and easily moveable and repositionable. Gabion Supply offers AquaRockBags in varying sizes. Contact us today to learn more.

Soil Stabilization and Separation

Soil stabilization and separation is a process that helps increase soil's stability and improves the soil's engineering properties. Some of the available soil stabilization and separation products are:

• Woven and nonwoven geotextiles

• Turf reinforcement mats

• Geogrids

Soil Reinforcement

This is a practice that helps improve soil stiffness and strength. It involves placing tensile elements in the affected soil. Geo-engineering methods are used when it comes to this practice. Some of the available soil reinforcement products are:

• Geotextiles

• Erosion control blankets and mats

• Geogrids

• Geocells

Erosion Control and Its Uses

Erosion control methods help prevent and control water pollution and soil erosion. These involve the creation of physical barriers to prevent erosion, including hydroseeding, cellular confinement systems, fiber rolls, and gabions. You can use them for:

• Stabilizing slopes

• Channel lining

• Protecting beaches

• Controlling soil erosion after a fire

• Slowing the flow of water in drainage ditches

• Dewatering small water storage areas such as ponds and lagoons

• Controlling soil erosion when carrying out a construction project

• Reinforcing roads, especially gravel roads

Which Type of Erosion Barrier Should You Choose?

Which erosion barrier to choose depends on the project. We recommend hiring a geotechnical engineer or soil scientist for high-risk projects to ensure an effective solution. For smaller projects, the products you purchase depend on the type of erosion problem you're dealing with. For example, if it's a water-caused erosion, AquaRockBags or similar items may be recommended.

Why Shop Erosion Control Products With Gabion Supply?

Erosion control products help prevent soil loss and facilitate vegetation root structure growth that controls soil erosion. These products include straw blankets, coir mats, filter fabrics, erosion control logs, and wattles. As one of the few American-owned suppliers of gabions and geotextile products, we take pride in the durability and sustainability of all of our erosion control supplies. Get in touch with us today for a free quote on your project!