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Why erosion and sediment control are important?

April 26, 2017CONTROL erosion sediment

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Why erosion and sediment control are important?

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Sediment is the greatest pollutant by volume entering our lakes and streams. Sediment is the product of uncontrolled erosion. Erosion and off-site sedimentation affect everyone in Michigan. Erosion and sedimentation result in: loss of fertile topsoil, damage to lakes and streams, increased flooding, damage to plant and animal life, and structural damage to buildings and roads. Construction is one of the major causes of erosion in Michigan. Without proper planning and management, over 100 tons of sediment per year can be generated on some construction sites.