What can I use instead of a silt fence?
ERTEC S-Fence™ is a more effective and lower total cost alternative to traditional silt fence. S-Fence is installed around job site perimeters or at the base of slopes to contain and control sediment during storm events.
Do construction silt fences really work?
Most construction sites today do have silt fences. But many do not work effectively because they are not well designed, installed, or maintained.
How many feet is a roll of silt fence?
Silt fencing is sold in rolls, often with wooden stakes attached at eight-foot intervals; that's the standard for many applications like ours. Buy the rolled-and-staked fence fabric in 50-ft. or 100-ft. rolls, as much as you need for your site.
How long does silt fence have to stay up?
The are cost-effective and durable. Silt fences will usually last at least six months or so and can last considerably longer with regular maintenance, such as patching the fabric.
Can water go through silt fence?
Water can seep through the silt fence fabric, but the fabric often becomes "blocked off" with fine soil particles (all sediment-retention devices have this challenge, and none of them "filter" storm water for very long).
How deep do you bury silt fence?
To work properly, silt fencing needs to be partially buried. This prevents water from running under the fence, and helps anchor the fence is a great deal of force is applied to it, as may happen during heavy rains. Dig the trench 12 to 24 inches wide, and 8 to 12 inches deep.
Which way does silt fence face?
1:022:04How to Install a Silt Fence - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipMost fence fabric will have a red printed line on it noting that depth the fence stakes should be onMoreMost fence fabric will have a red printed line on it noting that depth the fence stakes should be on the back side or the lower side of that trench.
How do you overlap a silt fence?
0:001:03Silt Fence Overlap and Joining Two Pieces .AVI - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipHere's a good example of the proper way to overlap silt fence the silt fence is on the perimeter ofMoreHere's a good example of the proper way to overlap silt fence the silt fence is on the perimeter of a project it runs slightly downhill. And what they've done for the overlap.
What is Type S silt fence?
A silt fence is a temporary sediment barrier made of woven, synthetic filtration fabric supported by steel or wood posts. PURPOSE.
How do I stop silt runoff?
Sediment Traps or Ditches Sediment traps and ditches are common methods of controlling runoff water from within and around construction areas. This can include site work to redirect natural runoff to a sediment trap or similar structure to trap sediment-filled runoff water.
What is the minimum distance that a sediment barrier must be placed away from the toe of a slope?
6 feetSediment storage height and ponding height must not exceed 18 inches. ➢ Silt fences placed at the toe of a slope must be set at least 6 feet back from the toe to increase ponding volume and provide room for maintenance.
How does silt fence work?
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What is Type S silt fence?
A silt fence is a temporary sediment barrier made of woven, synthetic filtration fabric supported by steel or wood posts. PURPOSE.
How do you remove silt fencing?
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How do you make a silt fence?
0:452:04How to Install a Silt Fence - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipUsing a maul pound the fence stakes into the ground every eight feet the silt fence will stand aboutMoreUsing a maul pound the fence stakes into the ground every eight feet the silt fence will stand about 14 inches above the ground. And where two sections of silt fence meet you overlap that fence.