Erosion Control Forum – Information on erosion control devices and resources Skip to content Sediment remains the number 1 pollutant of our nation's waterways Sediment traps, basins, buffers, and barriers will retain sediment on site. Such collection devices need regular maintenance and removal of the accumulated sediment. Sediment capture devices should not be the primary protection against off-site damage. Erosion prevention at the outset remains the best alternative. Bank erosion is the process of the banks of a stream or river wearing away. This differs from the erosion of the watercourse bed, called scour. Stream bank erosion occurs when the banks of a stream or river are worn away. Human activities such as urbanization and agriculture can significantly accelerate this n...
An erosion forum is a gathering of experts, stakeholders, and the public to discuss issues related to the societal and economic aspects of erosion, including its causes, impacts, and potential solutions. These forums can focus on various types of erosion, such as coastal erosion, soil erosion, or erosion caused by rivers. They serve as a platform for sharing knowledge, best practices, and fostering collaboration to address the challenges of erosion.