SILT FENCE IN FLORIDA
A Silt Fence serves as a provisional barrier at construction locations, aimed at safeguarding the water quality of adjacent streams, rivers, lakes, and oceans by preventing sediment from stormwater runoff from contaminating them. Every Silt Fence product we offer has received state approval and appears on the DOT Qualified Product List, ensuring compliance and effectiveness in environmental protection efforts.
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Silt Fence Sediment Control in Florida
Silt fences are implemented at construction sites as a temporary solution for sediment management. Acting as a boundary control, they successfully prevent sediment from seeping into various water bodies such as seas, lakes, streams, and oceans. Moreover, silt fences safeguard the terrain against erosion throughout the construction phase.
To complement the effectiveness of silt fences, additional sediment management techniques are often employed. Sediment basins and traps, for instance, are utilized to gather soil excavated during construction activities. This accumulated sediment can then be relocated to different land areas, further enhancing environmental protection measures.
Silt Fence Types
Standard Staked
Standard silt fence is strong and filters out many pollutants. It helps control erosion and water contamination during construction.
Type C Wire Back
Wire back Type C silt fence is mandatory when the construction site is located near ponds, lakes, or other bodies of water. Its features for added strength include hog wire back, steel posts, and a fabric consisting of woven geotextile.
Orange Safety
When visibility is a concern, an orange safety silt fence is recommended. The bright orange plastic mesh design is highly noticeable to warn passersby that the construction site is a danger zone.
DOT
Two types of DOT silt fence are CPOP and TYPE A. They contain polypropylene yarns of high strength with a backing of polypropylene mesh. Its sturdy design keeps the fence in a stable position. The materials guard against degradation, rotting, and ultraviolet damage.
CPOP - Includes hardwood stakes sized 2"x2". The centers are 4 feet tall. The CPOP can be used instead of the Wire Back silt.
TYPE A - Includes hardwood stakes sized 1 1/2” X 1 1/2. The centers are 6 feet tall.
The DOT Qualified Product List has a list of state-approved silt fence.
Tree Save
A boundary-marketing silt fence, Tree Save is bright orange for high visibility when the work zone is located in or around environmentally sensitive areas such as wetlands, wildlife habits, and others. The leno weave design also contains UV protection against deterioration.
Why We Use Silt Fence in Florida
- A silt fence serves as a guardian for our ecosystem's intricate web, preventing soil from construction sites—often tainted with fertilizers, pesticides, asbestos, and other contaminants—from entering and polluting nearby water bodies. This barrier effectively shields waterways from the adverse effects of construction-related pollutants.
- Regulations set by local authorities might require the installation of silt fences for construction endeavors situated near bodies of water.
- A silt fence provides a straightforward and temporary method for controlling sediment, designed for easy installation prior to the start of construction and simple dismantlement once construction concludes.
- Silt fence is robust and capable of withstanding extreme weather conditions, efficiently managing a water flow rate of one cubic foot per second.
- Florida's silt fence offerings cater specifically to the requirements of construction contractors. Due to its cost-effectiveness, silt fence has emerged as a popular choice for managing sediment on construction sites in proximity to water bodies.
DX2 offers Silt Fence in the following states:
Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.
