1. Site preparation: Before any construction activity, it is important to clear the site of all vegetation, debris, and topsoil. This will ensure that the site is ready for the installation of erosion control measures.
2. Sediment basins: Sediment basins capture sediment-laden runoff from disturbed land areas and allow the sediment to settle out before the runoff is released.
3. Silt fences: Silt fences are temporary measures used to control the movement of sediment from disturbed land areas. They consist of a barrier made of geotextile fabric that is staked into place along the contour of the land.
4. Straw wattles: Straw wattles are cylindrical tubes made of compressed straw. They are used to slow the flow of water and capture sediment.
5. Vegetative stabilization: Vegetative stabilization involves the planting of grasses, trees, and shrubs to stabilize exposed soil and prevent erosion.
6. Stormwater management: Stormwater management involves the use of various techniques to control the quantity and quality of runoff from a site. This may include the installation of catch basins, gravel beds, and infiltration trenches.
7. Maintenance: It is important to regularly maintain erosion control measures to ensure that they remain effective. This includes monitoring sediment basins, repairing damaged silt fences, and replacing vegetation as needed.
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