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Filter Socks

Have you seen large sock-like tubes on highways? These are filter socks. At River Valley Recreation, we offer erosion control filter socks to reduce soil erosion in construction sites, roadsides and around storm drains. Filter socks trap sediments, heavy metals and oil and ensure only water passes through. An erosion control filter sock is an ideal solution for preventing all commercial-grade erosions.

What Are Filter Socks?

Erosion control or compost filter socks are long mesh tubes filled with composted materials that filter water to control erosion and retain sediments. Filtration socks can be filled with parboiled rick husks, activated carbon and zeolite, while the skin is made of materials like polypropylene or cotton netting. They’re a higher-performing alternative to traditional erosion materials. 

Filtration socks are versatile and come in diverse sizes and filtration capabilities. They usually come in diameters ranging from 5-10 inches and lengths of up to 200 feet. They are often available in three shapes — round, square and rectangle — and in colors like black or green. 

Applications of Filtration Socks

You can use erosion control filter socks where soil erosion occurs. Soil erosion can happen due to heavy traffic, construction and natural forces. Although we cannot control all forms of soil erosion, we can use compost filter socks to prevent some of it.

Some applications of filter socks include:

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Benefits of Using River Valley Recreation Filter Socks

Filter socks have many benefits. Some of their benefits include:

  • Minimizing runoff velocity to trap sediments
  • Filtering sediments and reducing runoff of sediments and heavy metals
  • Accumulating contaminants like oil and heavy metals on the surface
  • Acting as a barrier for gullies and rills on slopes
  • Providing a cost-effective solution per volume of runoff treated
  • Requiring minimal maintenance

Choose River Valley Recreation Compost Filter Socks

River Valley Recreation is your supplier of compost filter socks. Filtration socks come in various shapes and colors, and you can cut them to your desired length. Our filter socks are high quality and withstand high-volume runoff — you don’t need trenches to install them.

Contact us today for high-quality filter socks to prevent erosion.



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