OCSCD Staff and colleagues provided their knowledge and expertise in soil conservation practices to students enrolled in Kean University’s Principles of Environmental Soil Science course.
Compaction refers to the hardening of soil that occurs when air is pushed out of the pore spaces between soil particles, usually due to foot or vehicle traffic.
Dewatering is a critical process in construction. Here’s a closer look at what dewatering is, why it’s necessary, and how it should—and shouldn’t—be done.
Districts require pre- and post- development hydrologic and hydraulic site conditions to be examined in an effort to minimize erosion during and after construction. This information is contained in an electronic web-based ‘H&H Database’.
Kean University students enrolled in the Principles of Environmental Soil Science course participated in a guided field trip to learn about the NJ Soil Erosion Control Standards.
Without proper precautions, active construction sites may be vulnerable to releasing dust. The New Jersey Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Standard for Dust Control addresses this concern.
Soil stabilization is a key conservation practice. Learn more about the Standards for Temporary Stabilization.
Leaf litter forms a blanket on the ground, protecting the soil and plant roots from weather and erosion. Straw mulch mimics leaf litter, offering similar protections. Learn more about the Standard for Stabilization with Mulch Only.
Many developers choose to protect mature trees on project sites for a variety of reasons. Learn more about the benefits of trees and how to ensure the protection of mature trees on a construction site.
OCSCD helps to combat sediment pollution in our waterways through enforcement of the Standard for Stabilized Construction Access.