Non-Channel Erosion Mat
Code References
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"All disturbed ground left inactive for 10 or more days shall be stabilized by seeding or sodding, or by mulching or covering, or other equivalent control measure." (Reference: Section 290-7.2.e-3 of the City Code of Ordinances).
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"If {soil or dirt storage piles are} remaining for more than 10 days, they shall be stabilized by mulching, vegetative cover, tarps, or other means." (Reference: Section 290-7.2.e-6 of the City Code of Ordinances).
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"Slopes greater than or equal to 12% with a down slope length of 10 feet or more, are not considered stabilized with seeding and mulching unless used in conjunction with a tackifier, netting, or matting." (Reference: Section Comm 21.125(b) of the Wisconsin Administrative Code).
Quick Tips
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Erosion mat shall be inspected weekly at minimum and within 24 hours after a precipitation event of 0.5 inches or greater.
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Install more staples or more frequent anchor trenches if rilling under the mat is observed during inspections.
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The type of erosion mat used shall conform to slope and slope length requirements of the Wisconsin Erosion Control Product Acceptability (PAL). See the "Slope Erosion Control Matrix" (Figure 2) of the PAL for more details.
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Non-channel erosion mat shall be used on erodible slopes only. For areas where runoff channelizes, see "Channel Erosion Mat".
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The erosion mat shall be installed and anchored in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
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The erosion mat shall be installed after placing any topsoil, fertilizer, lime, or seed.
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The erosion mat shall be maintained to keep complete and firm contact with the underlying soil.