Erosion Control

 This loose soil is then carried downstream and deposited into stormwater control measures. This sedimentation process can clog your stormwater system as the buildup of sediment restricts the flow of stormwater. Soil erosion is a compounding issue as soil loss in an area leads to slope instability which in turn results in faster moving water that disrupts more soil. 

Sediment collecting around outlets may be a sign of internal pipe failure and may be a symptom of a developing sinkhole. Additionally, flooding downstream can occur as control measures have reduced capacity. The further downstream that is affected, the more likely properties owners are to get a notice of violation as other properties are negatively affected.  

In severe cases, erosion may cause structural damage to parking lots and foundations.  Soil loss may cause the ground to shift resulting in cracks and instability underneath impervious pavement. Erosion should be addressed by stormwater professionals to ensure the root cause of the problem is addressed and effectively repaired. AQUALIS provides root cause analysis to evaluate and repair the original cause of issues on your property. Neglecting soil loss on your property may lead to regulatory involvement as slope instability poses a safety risk for pedestrians and eroded soils may carry pollutants to vulnerable lakes nearby.