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| Soil bioengineering is an
interdisciplinary approach to environmental restoration which involves the
incorporation of biological systems with engineering principles in order to
restore soil and thereby protect water resources. It is the only
environmentally sound technique for restoration of degrading water edges (streambanks,
shorelines, wetlands etc.). These techniques believe in the ability of
mature vegetation to resist erosion forces. Natural biodegradable products
are used to provide the needed protection until establishment of mature
vegetation. These methods not only provide strong, sustainable,
aesthetically pleasing water edges, but also provide habitats for aquatic &
terrestrial wildlife and filter run off water. |
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Bioengineered streambank restoration |
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Results sustainable
ecosystem and healthy human population! |
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Hard armor stream restoration |
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No evidence of
significant life |
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Why
soil bioengineering ? |
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Advantages |
| Sustain a balanced ecosystem. |
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Nourish naturally strong,
healthy environment. |
| Reduce heat reflection. |
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Provide aesthetically pleasing
applications. |
| Increase infiltration. |
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Filter sediment and improve water quality. |
| Support recreational
activities. |
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Accommodate quality habitats for wildlife
and fish. |
| Convey peace of mind for all
of us. |
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Create environment to rest and reduce
human stress. |
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Disadvantages of hard armor methods |
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Do not support plant
growth. |
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No
shade, increase water temperatures. |
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Fish kills during
summer due to low Dissolved Oxygen. |
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Do not create
habitats for wildlife. |
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No litter for primary
production. |
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Results in
unbalanced ecosystem. |
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Economical, strong, durable yet
biodegradable coir (coconut fiber) products play a significant role
in these techniques. Coir products not only provide strong support,
but also provide mulch (upon biodegradation) that improve soil
conditions for healthy plant growth. |
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Use coir products to
improve hard armor method |
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Use coir products
such coir pillows, coir plant beds, coir wattles, over rocks and
rock gabions to provide a medium for plant growth.
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Products for Soil Bioengineering |
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