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Best Management Practices: Disturbed Area Stabilization (with mulching only) [Ds1] The easiest way to prevent erosion is to keep exposed soil to a minimum. Temporary mulch is a relatively inexpensive way to stabilize soil for a short period of time. In addition to controlling erosion and run-off, temporary mulch can be used to reduce dust. Mulch is also an affective way to conserve moisture and is helpful in the prevention of surface compaction and crusting. Mulch should be spread evenly at a depth of two to four inches. Common materials used for temporary stabilization include straw, hay, and wood waste (bark, mulch, chips) produced during clearing. Any area left undisturbed for 14 days should be covered with temporary mulch as a minimum. After 60 days, areas that have been stabilized with only temporary mulch should be planted with temporary grass and mulched again. |
 
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