Forest Road Erosion Control
A forest road erosion control guide for keeping woodland roads from washing out. It lists steps for planning drainage and stabilizing bare soil.
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The steps on this page
- Walk the road after rain
- Find where water runs on the road
- Fix ruts and low spots
- Add drainage structures
- Clean ditches and culverts
- Stabilize bare soil
- Seed or mulch slopes
- Close unused roads
- Record the work done
How to use this guide
Read the steps once through before you start, then keep the page nearby while you work. Use the notes lines to add what your own setup needs.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with USDA NRCS and eXtension.
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