There are several ways to stabilize shorelines when erosion is an issue in a lake or pond. You can use plantings, turfgrass, and even some manufactured geotextiles. Rip-rap, as seen in the photos of a recent project below, is a very effective method and typically will last for years without the need to replant or mow to maintain.

Here are several factors that can lead to shoreline erosion:

• Steep slopes where vegetation is hard to establish.
• Poor soil conditions where turf or plants won’t grow well.
• Animals using the area such as geese or muskrats directly contribute to erosion. Either by burrowing into the slope or creating slide-in paths that can never properly vegetate.

To repair the shoreline and stabilize it, we completely graded it to establish a more gentle slope. This allowed the rip-rap reinforcement to then be installed. A woven geotextile which is the black fabric shown was installed to create separation between the stone and the soil. This also allows for another layer of protection. Then rip-rap was installed over the slope as a final layer of protection to prevent erosion in the future and protect the shoreline.

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