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Erosion Control on Construction Sites
Two conservation officers explain the basics of erosion control, and why it’s become an issue for builders.
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Muddy Waters
Few dispute that construction-site erosion poses a significant problem. Muddy roads and cloudy streams tied to a decade-long nationwide building boom have left many residents eager for a clampdown, especially in coastal areas, where water quality is a crucial issue. For contractors, the upshot is steadily increasing pressure to do a better job at erosion control alongside stricter regulatory standards. But implementing an effective sediment-control plan is no slam dunk, and regulations vary. Aaron Hoover clarifies the murky realm of erosion control to help bridge this disconnect between the builder's understanding of what works and the regulator's compliance standards.
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Homeowners Fret as Silt Fills Virginia Canal
Should the city of Chesapeake, Va., dredge a canal before it turns into just another wetland?
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