Erosion Control in Baton Rouge

Why Is Controlling Erosion Important?

Erosion control limits the amount of sediment that is carried into lakes, streams, and rivers by stormwater runoff. Sediments can carry nutrients and pollutants that contaminate water resources and can harm aquatic wildlife. A construction plan from us can limit sediment disturbance, as well as reduce the negative impacts on local water and natural resources.

The construction plan will need to control runoff, stabilize slopes, and limit the movement of soils into drainage systems and natural areas. A key factor in accomplishing this at Supreme Fencing is to reduce the amount of activity in one area and spread the work out, if possible. Initial site work should include establishing protective buffer zones and setting up perimeter sediment controls.

Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Practices

During the course of construction, a variety of erosion prevention and sediment control practices may be necessary in order to stabilize: slopes and drainageways, protect inlets, limit the formation of gullies and capture sediment. Let’s take a look at some common practices. 

Silt Fence

Uses: sediment control

Areas to Use: Perimeter, Slopes, Drainageways

Other: Drainage System Inlets

Method: Silt fence filters sediment from runoff by allowing water to pass through a geotextile fabric or by creating a pool to allow sediment to drop out of the water column. Silt fence is installed primarily at downslope boundaries of the work area but can also be used for inlet protection, and around the perimeter of stockpiles

Hay Wattle

Uses: sediment control

Areas to Use: Perimeter, Slopes, Drainageways

Other: Drainage System Inlets

Method: Fiber logs include straw, wood, or coconut fiber logs, compost logs, and rock logs that slow water and filter sediment. Fiber logs are used for inlet protection, ditch checks, and as perimeter control where a silt fence is impractical.

Rock Construction Entrance

Areas to Use: Sediment Control, Perimeter, Method

Method: A rock construction entrance is a bed of rocks that helps to remove sediment from vehicle tires. Rock construction entrances should be placed at all site access points. The use of 1 1/2 inch – 3-inch clear aggregate is recommended. Periodic cleaning or replacement is recommended.

Temporary Seeding

Areas to Use: Erosion Protection, Sediment Control, Perimeter, Slopes, Drainageways

Method: Temporary seeding allows plants to stabilize the soil through vegetation and root growth. A large variety of plants are available for temporary seeding for different conditions; the most common are rye grass, winter wheat, and oats.

Erosion Control Blanket or Hay Mat

Areas to Use: Erosion Protection, Sediment Control, Perimeter, Slopes, Drainageways

Method: Erosion control blankets are mats made of netting layered with straw, wood, coconut, or man-made fibers that prevent erosion by sheltering the soil from rainfall and runoff while holding moisture for establishing plants. Blankets are installed in channels.

Rock or Compost Bags

Areas to Use: Sediment Control, Slopes, Drainage System Inlets

Method: Rock and compost bags are filled bags that are used to filter water, control ditch grade, or provide inlet protection.

Rock Check Dam

Areas to Use: Sediment Control, Drainageways

Method: Rock check dams are rocks piled across a ditch to slow flows and capture sediment. Rock checks are installed perpendicular to flow and should be wide enough to ensure that flow remains in the center.

Riprap

Areas to Use: Erosion Protection, Drainage System Inlets

Method: Riprap is appropriately sized rocks that reduce the energy of fast-moving flows. Riprap can be used along channels, ditches, and outfalls.

Filter Bag

Areas to Use: Sediment Control, Drainage System Inlets

Method: Filter bags are mesh bags that capture sediment but allow water to pass through. Filter bags are installed in storm drain inlets.

Prepare for the future and stop erosion problems before they start with Supreme Fencing 

If you’re looking for a safe and reliable erosion control service, search no further. Let Supreme Fencing LLC design a construction plan that is right for your property!

Plus, we’ll come out and give you a FREE estimate, or you can call us and we’ll give you a free quote. We even offer financing options! Either way, we look forward to helping you in any way that we possibly can. See you soon!