Erosion is the process by which soil particles are removed from the land surface by wind, water, or gravity. While natural erosion occurs at slow rates, erosion can be accelerated as a result of ground disturbing activities on construction sites causing sedimentation. It is important to understand the types of erosion that may occur and practices that can be implemented on construction sites to minimize erosion.
As part of the Permanent Erosion Control Program, repaired an area of erosion along Kalanianaole Highway in Kailua. In order to allow the existing trees, and their root systems to remain undisturbed on the slope, the application of a spray-on high-performance mulch and seed mixture was selected for this site. The high-performance mulch contains a combination of an environmentally safe glue mixed with wood fibers, fertilizer, and native grass seeds.
As the 2017 – 2018 school year comes to a close, we say “Mahalo” to all the students and teachers who participated in our school presentations! See which school our Storm Water Hawaii team visited throughout the year.
Congratulations to the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard & IMF 1st Class Association, HDOT Highways, Oahu District’s Second Quarter 2018 Adopt-A-Highway Champions!
Their route is from Kamehameha Highway (from the H1 underpass) to Honomanu Street.
Mark your calendars for these upcoming community events!
Saturday, July 28: Our Storm Water Hawaii team will be at Keiki Day at Kahala Mall. We'll have some fun games for the keiki, as well as sharing tips to protect our water and prizes give aways.
Saturday, September 15: Join our team at the Sustainable Coastline Beach Cleanup in Kahuku. We'll be sharing some eco-friendly tips and giving away prizes at our Protect Our Water booth.
