Silt Curtain/Fence

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-025587",
  "term": "Silt Curtain/Fence",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "silt curtain, also called a turbidity curtain, consists of a heavy synthetic fabric suspended in a water body to prevent sediment laden-water from migrating to the rest of the water body. Silt curtains and fences are commonly used when construction is required near or within a water body where other erosion and sediment controls cannot be used. This may include dredging and bank improvements.",
  "subject": "Land, waste and cleanup",
  "references": [
    "Region 5 Cleanup Site: Environmental Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/silt-curtain-fence/"
}