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Three Ways to Prevent Costly Soil Erosion Repairs on Your Property
Soil erosion from stormwater occurs when rainfall displaces and transports soil due the impact of raindrops or the flow of runoff. Erosion always results in sedimentation, which occurs when runoff flow slows, allowing the loosened soil particles to settle. Sedimentation … Continue reading
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Tagged Erosion, sediment control, soil, Water quality
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Stormwater Housekeeping – Pollution Prevention Fail
A recent routine stormwater inspection on a shopping center site in Northern Virginia revealed how NOT to store de-icing materials. Spotting housekeeping issues like this should be part of a comprehensive stormwater inspection. Catch the pollutants before they get into … Continue reading
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