Preventing Slope Erosion on Commercial Sites

Why Bare Slopes Fail

Rain cuts rills and gullies into exposed hillsides long before natural grass can grow. On commercial sites, uncontained runoff carries sediment off the property and damages freshly graded slopes.

Stabilizing Dirt Quickly

Hydroseeding covers bare hillsides with a dense slurry that holds soil immediately upon application.

• Wood fibers interlock to form a protective mat over bare earth.

• Tackifiers help the mixture adhere to steep banks.

• Seeds germinate within the protected environment.

Protecting bare slopes early stops small rills from becoming deep washouts.

1. Grade the slope to reduce sharp drops and concentrated water flow.

2. Apply hydroseed slurry across the entire exposed incline.

3. Inspect runoff paths after the first rainfall.