Sheet Flow Construction Erosion Control

September 29, 2020

Sod Berm Perimeter BMP

Photo: David Jenkins

This is not one of my projects but we have used this method on occasion. Why install silt fence when you can create a sod berm perimeter BMP?

In this case, the area is small and it is surrounded by vegetation so the risk of erosion and turbid runoff is low. In addition, the sod is full roots and seeds so it will regrow in place, providing additional erosion prevention.

November 25, 2011

Bioswale Stabilized With Sod, Bonded Fiber Matrix and Irrigation

You just built a bioswale and it needs to be operational very soon. The plans and specifications call for hydroseed. Want to reduce your risk of problems? How about using sod and temporary irrigation instead?

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