Take Control of Erosion

LC/DBM HorsePower - February 2012
In today's changing climate, proper erosion control is necessary in protecting our coastlines, water resources, animal habitats and public health. There are many developments in the erosion control market today from organic blankets and mats to grid systems and geosynthetic material. For your convenience these products have been arranged by type.

Soil Retention Products
Model No.: Drivable Grass
Model No.: 35221
Material: concrete
Size, Dimension: 2' x 2' x 1.5"
Applications: Bioswale reinforcement, slope armor, trickle channels, stream bank stabilization, culvert outlets, access easements, fire lanes, parking areas, driveways, pathways, maintenance yards, boat ramps.
Special Features: Drivable Grass is designed with an engineered polymer grid which allows flexibility and conformity to irregular ground surface contours. The geometry allows for enhanced root penetration, infiltration and filtration of stormwater into the underlying soil, increased on-site stormwater storage, and minimization of site runoff. Tested for hydraulic capacity.
Warranty: 1 year
Cost: $2 to $3 per sq.ft.
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Xeripave, LLC
Model No.: Xeripave Super Pervious Pavers
Materials: Composed of beautiful natural aggregates, bonded together with a high-strength, clear polymer.
Size, Dimensions: 12" x 12" x 2"; 16" x 16" x 2"
Applications: Used in numerous drainage applications. The versatile pervious pavers can be found not only in typical residential and commercial surface areas, but also in tree surrounds, green roofs, water harvesting systems and filtration drainage trays.
Special Features: Flow through rate of over one gallon per second per square foot. Xeripave allows water to flow through the paver while capturing gross pollutants that could cause erosion.
Warranty: 1 year warranty
Cost: $7 to $9 per sq.ft.
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Nedia Enterprises
Model No.: KoirFence 1250
Materials: Coconut fiber
Size, Dimensions: 3' x 10'
Applications: Used as a biodegradable silt fence
Special Features: 100 percent organic, natural, biodegradable, renewable resource; excellent filtration properties.
Warranty: Free product replacement if fails to control sediment if installed per manufacturer's guidelines. Must report within 30 days of purchase.
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Firestone Specialty Products
Model No.: Firestone Netlon Advanced Turf System
Size, Dimensions: 2" x 4" mesh elements sold in bails (36" x 18")
Applications: Consists of small interlocking, three-dimensional polyethylene mesh elements that can be combined into various sandy soil profiles to create a stable, load bearing, multi-use green space.
Special Features: Installed below the surface, Netlon ATS can increase bearing capacity as well as root stability, allowing vegetative surface to have spring back capabilities. It can also be used in erosion control applications, providing rapid drainage capabilities.

Reed & Graham
Model No.: Geoweb® Cellular Confinement System
Materials: Polymer Polyethylene with hindered amine light stabilizer
Size, Dimensions: Section properties are 7.7 feet to 9.2 feet width with 18", 21", 25", 29", 34" long cells and sheet thickness of 50 mil.
Applications: Construct roads over soft soils and naturally-vegetated retaining walls, stabilize steepened embankments, channels and shorelines, and protect geomembranes. Cell wall slots allow quick threading of tendons and Geoweb section connection with ATRA® Keys.
Special Features: Load support: economical system solves unacceptable road, parking, and yard surface problems. Slope protection: creates a stable environment for and long-term sustainability of embankment material. Channel protection: ensures stability and protection of channels exposed to all types of erosive conditions. Vegetated retaining walls: creates economical, vegetated retaining walls that meet all design requirements.

Ernst Conservation Seeds
Model No.: Wattle (live, dormant)
Size, Dimensions: 4" to 10" diameter x 4'-10' long
Applications: Live, dormant wattles add superior erosion control and habitat regeneration to your project.
Special Features: Native and naturalized species with quick rooting and shoot growth potential can add quick cover and soil holding and sediment trapping benefits. Warranty: All plants are guaranteed to be what is specified on the plant tag or shipping documents and healthy upon receipt. For best survivability, the material is planted during the dormant season, November 1 through April 30.
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Pavestone
Model No.: Anchor™ Highland Stone® 6-Inch
Dimensions:18" L x 12" W x 6" H
Weight/Stone:80.2 lbs.
Stones/Pallet:20 stones
Face Ft./Stone: 0.750 stones
Applications: Terraced Gardens, Landscaped Retaining Walls, Geosynthetic Reinforced Tall Walls, Erosion Control, Steps.
Cell Details: With its rough-hewn exterior and patented rear-lip system, it's available in both six-inch and three-inch heights. Use these stones alone or mixed together to create natural stone beauty without sacrificing stability. The 3-inch/6-inch Combo retaining wall system combines earthen tones, rich textures and varied contours to make it a reliable alternative to natural stone walls.
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Versa-Lok Retaining Wall Systems
Model No.: Mosaic
Comprehensive Strength:3,000 psi
Absorption Rate: 8%
Freeze/Thaw Durability: Varies regionally
Color: Varies regionally
Geogrid Layer Spacing: TBD by wall engineer
Maximum Wall Height:50+ ft.
Material Composition:Concrete
Cost:Per square foot is $3.50 to $10
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Keystone Retaining Wall Systems
Model No.: Lockcrete Bauer Keystone Compac I
Compressive Strength (psi):3,800 to 4,200 psi
Absorption Rate:6 to 6.5%
Color: Rudy/Onyx* (special order color), Charcoal
Geogrid Layer Spacing: 1.33 feet to 2 feet Typical
Maximum Wall Height:29 feet
Material Composition:Cement, aggregate, water
Warranty: Manufacturer Limited lifetime warranty (contact for details)
Cost:Per square foot is $4 to $5
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Cemrock
Model No.: All work is custom per project
Comprehensive Strength: Can accommodate any requirement