Effective Slope Erosion Control Measures

Effective, slope erosion control options include planting the slope, modifying the ground, or both. Erosion is the loss of topsoil due to the movement of water. Hillsides stripped of vegetation have the biggest problem with erosion. Generally erosion is caused naturally. Other times builders, developers or homeowners cause erosion during construction, installing landscaping or for other reasons. Without adequate slope protection, water-borne soil sediment, debris, chemicals and other pollutants will start their unstoppable journey downward, their runoff potentially tainting water quality.

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Slope Erosion Control – Landscaping Solutions

Today, there are many erosion control products on the market and many good erosion control techniques to implement that will help resolve the problem of unwanted soil attrition. MPR Supply also sells products to commercial landscapers and erosion control contractors for use in residential, commercial or municipal properties.

Erosion Control Blankets

Many types of erosion control blankets are available today to assist with erosion control. The blankets and mats are placed onto the affected area. They must be tight and securely placed to be most effective. The blankets can be used to fix harsh problems that may cause erosion, such as heavy rainfall, snow, and ice.

Building to Control Erosion

Homeowners can aid with slope stability by building a retaining wall of rocks or interlocking blocks. Good anti-erosion measures include terracing by making garden paths across the slope and securely putting down boulders and logs to slow drainage. Large boulder type rocks, or large concrete pavers, can also be used to stop erosion.

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Planting to Control Erosion

Different layers of deep-rooted vegetation will prevent water from running off too quickly assisting in hillside erosion control. Planting a mixture of shrubs and trees such as Juniper, Forsythia and Manzanita, plus medium-rooted shrubs and perennials like Bank Roses, Day Lilies and Clematis will slow soil loss.

Slopes add privacy and visual texture to your landscape. Slope stabilization using one or more soil erosion methods provides a stronger slope and at the same reduces the dangers associated with loose earth and water contamination.

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