The following points highlight the four main types of permanent structures for gully control. The types are: 1. Spillway 2. Rubble Masonry Dam 3. Concrete Dam 4. Gabion Structure. The gully control structures are laid in the gully section, throughout the length, according to the profile of gully bed. Amongst different types of spillways, the chute spillways are located at [...]
In this article we will discuss about the design and type of windbreak used to control soil erosion due to wind. Design of Windbreak: Windbreaks are the barriers, used to reduce and redirect the wind, with the objective to check the soil erosion due to wind. These are constructed with the help of trees and shrubs, but can also be [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Types of Bund 2. Classification of Bunding System 3. Design Criteria 4. Planning 5. Construction. Types of Bund: The different types of bund used in practice are given as under: 1. Contour Bund – The bunds constructed exactly on contour or with permissible deviation from the contour, are called contour bunds. 2. [...]