Information on the Control of Soil Erosion
Soil erosion is the washing away of soil by wind or water, sometimes resulting in deep gullies. There are several methods that may be implemented to control soil erosion for a home owner as well as individuals in the agriculture business. Does this Spark an idea?
Other People Are Reading
-
Vegetation
-
Planting of trees, grass and shrubs can eliminate or inhibit soil erosion by providing a wind block or a wide, deep root system that helps hold the soil in place. Handy American suggests some good plant choices, including periwinkle, rockspray cotoneaster, Japanese spurge, Alpine strawberries and Virginia creeper.
Temporary Mulch
-
To prevent erosion during construction, temporary mulches may be used to secure the soil, such as straw, wood-fiber blankets, sawdust blankets and straw-netting blankets.
-
Recontouring
-
It is nearly impossible to control erosion on very steep slopes. It may be necessary to regrade the slope to flatten it more, or to incorporate terraces in the hillside.
Farming
-
Control of erosion for farmers may include such techniques as runoff diversions, vegetate waterways and grass barriers, according to the University of Buffalo.
Research
-
The United States Department of Agriculture continues to research ways to control soil erosion and offer guidance and support in agricultural and community efforts to prevent erosion.
-
