Check dams are relatively small, temporary structures constructed within concentrated-flow areas such as swales, channels and ditches. Check dams are primarily an erosion and sediment control practice …

ROCK CHECK DAMS MAY REMAIN IN PLACE AS PERMANENT CHECK DAMS, IF SHOWN IN THE PLANS OR AS DIRECTED BY THE ENGINEER. THE CENTER OF THE ROCK CHECK DAM …

Live/Rock check dams are small sediment-storage dams built across steep gullies usually following the contour. These form a strong barrier to slow down the flow, dissipating part of the energy, to stabilize …

Mar 3, 2014 · Rock check dams and filter sock check dams shall be placed where standing water or excessive siltation will be minimized or where damage to vegetative lining will be insignificant. Rock …

Rock check dams generally consists of well-graded stones with a mixture of rock sizes. Make sure to match the aggregate and riprap sizing and volume to withstand the expected ditch channel flows. …

Rock/sand bag check dams are a good short-term solution where concentrated flows are causing erosion, and can also be used to divert and slow the velocity of small flows.

· Reinforced check dams should be used in areas subject to high flow velocities.