In some places, local governments will have restrictions based around the environmental impact of a project. This often includes concerns about the local waterways or shorelines that may be affected. There may be specific numbers when it comes to the “allowed” amounts of increased sediment that can runoff from your site. Failing to comply with these regulations may delay or even halt your project if inspected.
Any exposed or destabilized soil caused by your project will be at risk of major erosion during inclement or even normal weather. Not only can this create a mess of your site, but massive amounts of sediments and toxins can be washed into nearby rivers or oceans, wreaking havoc on local wildlife. While erosion control efforts are the best way to stop the discharge of dirt or soil in the first place, a silt curtain is an excellent way to bolster your defenses once erosion has started.
