Silt Fences

Silt Fences

What is a Silt Fence?

A cornerstone in perimeter sediment control, Silt Fences are made from porous woven geotextile fabric securely attached to wooden posts. This linear barrier is thoughtfully situated along the perimeters of land disturbances, acting as a vital guardian of downstream surface waters and properties. The Slit Fence is able to intercept and remove suspended solids from runoff before it departs the construction site.

Rely on the Silt Fence – a professional and friendly ally in preserving the integrity of your construction project and the surrounding environment.

What is the main function of a Slit Fence?

A slit fence manages pollutants and suspended soils by:

Treatment Methods

• Slowing down the flow of runoff water and constructing ponds to promote the settling of suspended solids.
• Fabric serves as a filter for larger soil particles.

Pollution Removal Effectiveness

• When appropriately positioned, installed, and maintained, it provides effective removal of silt and sand particles, ranging from moderate to good.
• It exhibits reduced effectiveness in eliminating clay particles.

Complementary and Alternative Best Management Practices

• Innovative Approaches – Complementary and Alternative BMPs involve creative, innovative, or non-conventional methods for addressing environmental issues.
• These methods can involve harnessing natural systems, like using constructed wetlands for water treatment, or adopting cutting-edge technologies to achieve sustainability and resource conservation goals.
• Customization and Flexibility – These BMPs can be tailored to specific site conditions and objectives. Unlike traditional BMPs, complementary and alternative practices allow for customization based on the unique needs of a particular project or location. This flexibility is valuable for addressing diverse environmental challenges.

Perimeter Sedimentation Controls

• These approaches can include using natural systems, like constructed wetlands for water treatment, or novel technologies to achieve sustainability and resource conservation goals.
• These BMPs can be tailored to specific site conditions and objectives. This flexibility is valuable for addressing diverse environmental challenges.

Storm Sewer Inlet Protection

• Enhanced Water Quality – By preventing debris, pollutants, and sediment from entering stormwater drainage systems, these protective solutions help maintain cleaner and healthier local water bodies.
• Easy installation process
• Widely accessible for your convenience

Benefits of utilizing a Slit Fence include:

• Cost-effective solution
• Easy installation process
• Widely accessible for your convenience

Discover the effectiveness and convenience of silt fence as your go-to perimeter sediment control measure. Trust it to protect your site and surrounding areas from the harmful effects of suspended solids runoff.

Jen-Hill Has Your Erosion and Sediment Control Solutions

Jen-Hill Construction offers the best in Erosion and Sediment Control products – no other company has a better combination of solutions for your low-impact development project.