Floating Debris & Stormwater Management Solutions

Applications for Floating Debris & Stormwater Management Solutions

• Floating Debris Management: Marinas, ports, storm outfalls, and bridge crossings face a steady mix of litter, vegetation, and driftwood that can block inlets, reduce aesthetics, and strain operations. Effective debris control begins with angled Floating Debris Boom layouts that deflect and collect floatables at a service point. Sites often pair boom with corner nets or skimmers to speed cleanout and keep staff out of the water. Where hydrocarbons are possible, absorbent boom is added at fuel docks and terminal edges. Routine checks after storms, clear access for boats or crews, and simple logs for removals keep performance consistent. These practices support stormwater pollution prevention, reduce labor, and help municipal MS4 programs, DOTs, and facility operators demonstrate responsible stewardship.

• Stormwater Management: Inlets, curb openings, and outfalls concentrate stormwater runoff, which can mobilize debris and oil during first flush. Rapid isolation is achieved with storm drain covers and drain seals, while distributed capture uses drain sock or drain pipe sock options and catch basin inserts. At outfalls, nets or screens collect floatables, and hydrodynamic separators may be used where engineered performance data is required. These stormwater BMPs integrate with a Stormwater Management Plan or SWPPP, support EPA Facility Stormwater Management goals, and fit within broader stormwater systems planning informed by tools such as the Storm Water Management Model (SWMM). The result is better stormwater runoff control, fewer clogs, cleaner visuals, and easier inspections for municipalities, industrial facilities, and campuses.

• Sediment Control: Construction, shoreline work, and maintenance dredging can release suspended solids that travel beyond the work zone. Selecting the right turbidity curtain creates a calm, contained area that limits plumes and protects adjacent habitats. Options include floating turbidity curtain and floating silt curtain for protected waters, and dredging silt curtain for higher energy conditions. Curtains are sized to site depth and energy, with skirts typically set one to two feet off the bottom to prevent scour. Pairing curtains with dewatering bags, inlet protection, and good housekeeping closes the loop on sediment sources. These stormwater management solutions align with SWPPP requirements, reduce rework, and help contractors, utilities, and owners maintain compliance while keeping schedules on track.