7 Erosion Control Supplies That Keep Jobsites in Check

When erosion control fails, the fallout is fast — blown schedules, muddy runoff, and fines that hit hard. Good erosion control isn’t about checking a box. It’s about managing water, soil, and debris right from day one.

Here’s a quick guide to the best tools for keeping your site solid and compliant.

Silt fences create a first barrier that slows stormwater and traps sediment before it moves off-site. They're critical for perimeter control on exposed soil jobs.

Field tip:

For sites with high flow or steep slopes, upgrade to wire-backed silt fences for extra strength​

Key uses:

Managing sheet flow on disturbed soil

Meeting basic stormwater permit requirements

Storm drains are magnets for runoff and sediment. Protecting them keeps systems clean and prevents costly maintenance later.

Options that work:

Dandy Bags for flat grates​

Dandy Sacks or Curb Bags where curb openings need coverage

Key uses:

Guarding storm drains during grading and paving

Keeping debris out of inlets during heavy rain

Slopes are vulnerable. As soon as vegetation is cleared, they need help staying put. Natural materials like coir logs and compost socks are excellent for controlling erosion without heavy equipment.

Field tip:

Place compost socks along the toe of the slope to trap runoff without trenching​

Key uses:

Protecting slopes, ditches, and streambanks

Slowing water and promoting sediment drop-out

When pumping water off-site, sediment control doesn't stop at the pump. Dewatering bags allow water to pass through while trapping sediment inside.

Field tip:

Always size your dewatering bag based on flow rate — oversizing can slow the job unnecessarily​

Key uses:

Removing groundwater or rainwater without blowing up sediment levels

Pumping from excavations, basins, and trenches

When construction happens near open water, turbidity curtains are the line between working clean and getting cited. They control silt in water until solids settle naturally.

Field tip:

Choose a curtain type based on flow conditions: calm water (Type 1), moving water (Type 2 or 3)​

Key uses:

Containing disturbed sediment near water bodies

Protecting lakes, rivers, and stormwater ponds

Not every situation needs permanent control. Sandbags and portable barriers like Erosion Eels give crews the ability to react to site changes without downtime.

Field tip:

Use Erosion Eels for drain protection when you need something quick, reusable, and heavy enough to stay put​

Temporary sediment control during unexpected storms

Quick perimeter fixes while permanent systems go in

Separation fabrics and grids don’t just stabilize soils — they extend the life of roads, pads, and construction entrances. Without them, base materials pump and fail fast under load.

Field tip:

Use woven geotextiles for separation under aggregate and non-woven geotextiles for drainage​

Key uses:

Building stable construction entrances and laydown yards

Preventing rutting in soft soil conditions

Erosion control is foundational. Plan it early. Build it right. Adjust as the site evolves.

For a full range of erosion control solutions — from silt fences to stabilization grids — we’ve got the gear ready to be delivered next-day, directly to your jobsite.