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Construction stormwater photo gallery - Dewatering (chemical treatment, sediment filtration)

This page provides photos illustrating well implemented and poorly implemented dewatering practices.

Examples of well implemented dewatering practices

These are some examples where effective dewatering practices were used. Click on an image for more information.

Downflow dewatering filter

Temporary dewatering sediment trap

Floating skimmer

Dewatering sediment filter bag

Dewatering system

Examples of failed dewatering practices

These are some examples where ineffective dewatering practices were used. Click on an image for more information.

Leaking dewatering filter bag

Leaking silt fence dewatering device