Erosion Control

The earth underneath our feet is the basis for so much of human society – and yet many of us spend our years failing to appreciate the incredible value that we take from the soil beneath us. Of course, at Edmond Excavation Experts we do no such thing, as we have a deep appreciation for all things related to earth and especially the red clay soil of our Oklahoma homeland! Of all the excavation companies in the Edmond, OK area, we’re the most experienced and reliable when it comes to erosion control – a service that is highly important for the protection of all sorts of different areas of land. If you are a land owner, you need to be aware of this process and what it takes to prevent problems on your property. You can find some further details on this service listed below, or you can reach out to our customer service team for greater clarity.
 
The Dangers of Soil Erosion
Soil erosion is a naturally occurring process, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be harmful. Simply put, soil erosion is where wind, water, tilling, or several other forces cause the migration of topsoil away from a designated area. This can affect the fertility of the land, but that’s just one of the many dangers of soil erosion. Other concerns are related to pollution in waterways like rivers and streams, as well as a decline in biodiversity and an elevated chance of flooding. Erosion control procedures can go a long way in helping to prevent soil erosion in natural areas, agricultural zones, and even in urban environments.
 
Erosion Control Methods
There are a wide range of erosion control methods that we’re able to put to use, and they largely depend on the specific circumstances of the land on which they’re being applied. With everything from terracing – which has been in use for thousands of years – to conservation tillage, we know all the tips and tricks to ensure that your land will be adequately protected from the threat of soil erosion.
 
Disaster Prevention
While people mainly associate soil erosion with very slow decay and the deterioration of land over long periods of time, the consequences can be devastating in a much more immediate way. The threat of flooding should never be considered irrelevant, and with the strange weather patterns of Oklahoma, we have to stay aware all the time. With the potential for sudden torrential rains and storms here, you’ll need to be sure that your land is properly prepared for a surge in ground water. Whether you’re a residential or commercial property owner, your property is really important to you – so you should be taking every available measure out there to ensure its safety for the future.
 
Life Cycle Costs
The cost of implementing strong erosion controls on your property is certain to be cost effective over the lifetime you own of your land, especially if that land passes down to generations. Regardless of whether you’re managing a small or large space, the cost of employing our erosion control expertise is minimal compared with the costs you’ll face in dealing with the harm from soil erosion – some of which cannot be reversed in any way besides decades of hard graft. It’s far more straightforward to prevent damage than it will be to restore the land back to its original usability.