July 27, 2010
July 26, 2010
Preparing for the Rainy Season
Preparing for the Rainy Season
David S. Jenkins
WSDOT Statewide Erosion Control Coordinator
September 1997
Now that the El Nino has ended and the La Nina has begun, the National Weather Service is predicting a much wetter fall and winter than normal. So, what are some things you can do now to prepare? How about: (more…)
July 25, 2010
Low Impact Development for Public Works Construction
Low Impact Development for Public Works Construction:
Erosion and Sediment Control Compliance
David S. Jenkins, Seattle, Washington
Introduction
Construction is a messy business; in the Puget Sound region of western Washington, with average annual rainfall of 40″ to 60″, it can also be challenging. Uncontrolled erosion from a construction site can generate 10-1000 times the quantity of sediment that occurs naturally from vegetated areas. Most construction in western Washington occurs near wetlands, streams, lakes, or the Puget Sound where sediment loss can reduce beneficial uses, or worse, destroy a salmon stream.
This paper will discuss proven methods that public works professionals can utilise to improve erosion control compliance and reduce project impacts.
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