Erosion Control:

Soil erosion is the loss of soil particles in a three stage process. First, the detachment of soil particles, second, transportation and the last is the deposition of the particles. When the natural vegetative cover is stripped, the soil surface is directly exposed to raindrop impact and splash erosion. From this point, the soil loss and erosion rate can become extensive such as in sheet erosion, rill erosion, gully erosion and channel erosion. There are several erosion factors that affect the rate of erosion, climate, soil characteristics, topography and ground cover.

In order to design a proper erosion and sediment control plan, the following ten principles should be included within the plan.

1. fit development to the terrain
2. time grading and construction to minimize soil exposure
3. retain existing vegetation whenever possible
4. vegetate and mulch disturbed areas
5. divert runoff away from disturbed areas
6. minimize length and steepness of slopes
7. keep runoff velocities low
8. prepare drainageways and outlets to handle concentrated or increased runoff
9. trap sediment on site
10. inspect and maintain control measures.

SeaMark Technologies, LLC can aid in designing and/or reviewing a proposed or existing erosion and sediment control plan and make recommendations that may be necessary to improve your plan during construction activities.

One of the most important factors to remember is the proper installation of all types of measures and be sure to conduct regular inspections to ensure all measures are functioning properly.