Silt fences are a temporary barrier of geotextile fabric used to retain erosion of silt and other sediments from polluting nearby streams, rivers, drains, and sensitive environments. Sediments such as sand, silt, and clay are considered pollutants in stormwater runoff systems. Silt fences act as vertical permeable interceptors for areas exposed to sediment-laden waters. It is important to distinguish that … Continue reading Silt Fence