Erosion Control and Slope Stabilization

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Keep soil on the slope and out of the stream.

What it is

Erosion control combines ground cover, roots, and water management to hold soil in place. Slope stabilization adds structure such as coir logs, matting, live stakes, or regrading where needed.

When it makes sense

Bare or failing slopes, stream and lake banks, construction sites, and areas where runoff is cutting channels.

How we do it

• Find the cause first: concentrated flow, bare soil, or undercut banks.
• Slow and spread water, then cover the soil.
• Use native deep-rooted plants and bioengineering where they fit.
• Plan maintenance until vegetation is established.

Standards we follow

• NC Sedimentation Pollution Control Act and NC DEQ Erosion and Sediment Control Planning and Design Manual
• USDA NRCS Conservation Practice Standards, including Critical Area Planting (342) and Streambank and Shoreline Protection (580)

Good to know

In North Carolina, land-disturbing activity of one acre or more needs an approved erosion and sediment control plan, submitted at least 30 days before work starts. Local programs can be stricter.

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