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==Erosion and sediment control measures==

==Erosion and sediment control measures==

[[File:ESC perpendicular grooves.jpg|400px|thumb|right|Grooves perpendicular to the grade help prevent the development of rills. '''If left unchecked, rills can develop into gullies.''' (Photo source: CVC)]]

[[File:ESC perpendicular grooves.jpg|400px|thumb|right|Grooves perpendicular to the grade help prevent the development of rills. (Photo source: CVC)]]

STEP’s [https://sustainabletechnologies.ca/app/uploads/2020/01/ESC-Guide-for-Urban-Construction_FINAL.pdf Erosion and Sediment Control Guide] contains detailed guidance on the design, installation, inspection, maintenance, and decommissioning of ESC measures. This section gives practical advice on structural and non-structural ESC for contractors, inspectors, and those who are new to construction and ESC practices.

STEP’s [https://sustainabletechnologies.ca/app/uploads/2020/01/ESC-Guide-for-Urban-Construction_FINAL.pdf Erosion and Sediment Control Guide] contains detailed guidance on the design, installation, inspection, maintenance, and decommissioning of ESC measures. This section gives practical advice on structural and non-structural ESC for contractors, inspectors, and those who are new to construction and ESC practices.

[[File:ESC premature removal.jpg|300px|thumb|center|ESC measures at this bioretention feature were removed before construction in its drainage was complete, allowing sediment into it.]]

[[File:ESC premature removal.jpg|300px|thumb|center|ESC measures at this bioretention feature were removed before construction in its drainage was complete, allowing sediment into it.]]

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==Erosion and sediment control inspection and maintenance==

==Erosion and sediment control inspection and maintenance==