Raleigh Erosion Repair & Erosion Control: Pond Spillway
A recent Raleigh erosion repair and erosion control project required the restoration of two pond spillways. The Dragonfly Pond Works' erosion experts provide services in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and beyond!
Successful erosion repair should include the implementation of erosion control measures to prevent future issues. The Dragonfly Pond Works Team has encountered a variety of erosion issues that were previously repaired improperly and erosion quickly occurred again as a result.
The Dragonfly Team recently assessed a badly eroded primary and secondary spillway in a Raleigh community. Spillways assist with water regulation and overflow. The spillways were located behind the dam of the community pond. They had been repaired improperly by a contractor a few years ago. The inadequate repairs caused the spillways to fail and erode again. The Dragonfly erosion specialists offered alternative measures of erosion repair and erosion control to restore and improve the appearance of the spillways.
Raleigh Erosion Repair: Failed Secondary Spillway
The placement of the PVC pipe caused the secondary spillway to fail and badly erode. Heavy water flow caused the spillway below the pipe to wash away.
Extension of PVC pipe
As part of our erosion repair, we implemented erosion control measures. We extended the PVC pipe to the toe of the spillway.
Erosion control measure
Erosion control measure
The crew covered the pipe with fabric and placed riprap over the fabric. Riprap is loose rock or stone. Securing fabric and riprap over the pipe will armor the spillway to prevent future washout.
Raleigh Erosion Repair: Secondary Spillway Before
Raleigh Erosion Repair: Secondary Spillway After
Dragonfly's erosion repair restored this secondary spillway and our erosion control measures will help prevent future washout.
Erosion Repair of Primary Spillway
Raleigh Erosion Repair: Primary Spillway
The primary spillway had eroded badly due to the previous improper repairs.
Primary Spillway
First, the crew removed all of the fabric and riprap from the spillway.
Restoration of the swale
Next, the Dragonfly team regraded the spillway to the proper swale. Soil that had been washed downstream was replaced by fill dirt. A swale is a channel designed to manage water runoff and filter pollutants.
Several erosion control measures were also incorporated into the erosion repair of the primary spillway. Rows of boulders were placed on the spillway and T-posts were placed partway up the spillway for added reinforcement. Riprap was placed around the boulders.
Armoring of the primary spillway
Next, concrete was drizzled on the area where the highest rate of water flow occurs. Lastly, we finished armoring the spillway by placing riprap over the remaining fabric.
Raleigh Erosion Repair: Primary Spillway Before
Raleigh Erosion Repair: Primary Spillway After
The restoration of the primary spillway is complete. The Dragonfly Team implemented erosion control measures that will protect the spillway from future erosion.
Our Raleigh erosion repair project has successful restored both spillways. As a result, the spillway is once again able to effectively regulate water levels and overflow. The Dragonfly solution repaired all eroded areas, implemented erosion control measures, and improved the appearance. It is always our priority to complete projects properly and add aesthetic value. Please contact us if you would like to learn more about our erosion repair and erosion control services. If you are in need of erosion repair services in the Triangle area, email Senior Triangle Client Service Manager Tom Pullaro tom@dragonflypondworks.com. At Dragonfly Pond Works, we create beautiful spaces.
Erosion Repair, Erosion Control, and More!
From Maryland to Florida, Dragonfly Pond Works serves clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. We serve corporate, commercial and public accounts, residential customers, and homeowner associations. We provide stormwater management services throughout North Carolina, in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Charlotte, and Wilmington. Our stormwater management services can also be found throughout Florida, in Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg, Naples, Sarasota, and Fort Myers. We also provide stormwater management services in Charleston, Columbia, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and Atlanta Georgia. We strive to develop long-term relationships based on quality work, timely service, cost efficiency, and of course, trust. Please contact us if you would like to learn how we can help you create a beautiful space and sanctuary.
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