HOW TO MAKE VEGETATION STAND UP UNDER PRESSURE

Geosynthetic turf reinforcement mats (TRMs) improve the natural ability of plants to control erosion by retaining seeds and soil, stimulating seed germination, accelerating seedling development, and synergistically meshing with developing plant roots and shoots. Two applications of TRMs are steep highway embankments and drainage ditches. This article describes why TRMs, in conjunction with properly selected vegetation, are a cost-effective alternative to hard armor techniques. Properties to consider when selecting a TRM product are thickness, porosity, strength, flexibility, dimensional stability, durability, and ultraviolet stability. Long-term performance considerations and installation guidelines are discussed. In addition, a case study of a stormwater drainage channel project is presented.

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    Civil Engineering News, Incorporated

    1255 Roberts Boulevard, Suite 230
    Kennesaw, GA  United States  30144
  • Authors:
    • Theisen, M S
  • Publication Date: 1996-5

Language

  • English

Media Info

  • Features: Figures;
  • Pagination: p. 32-38
  • Serial:
    • Civil Engineering News
    • Volume: 8
    • Issue Number: 4
    • Publisher: Civil Engineering News, Incorporated
    • ISSN: 1051-9629

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Filing Info

  • Accession Number: 00728764
  • Record Type: Publication
  • Files: TRIS
  • Created Date: Nov 29 1996 12:00AM