Client
Bridge Restoration Contractor – Oregon
Industry
Marine Construction
Location
Oregon
Project Overview
A contractor was tasked with restoring a bridge above a small pond. The project posed an environmental challenge: debris and sediment produced during construction risked escaping into the surrounding waterway. The contractor required a containment solution that was cost-effective, DOT-compliant, and easy to deploy within a small-scale, sensitive waterbody.
Objective
Contain sediment and debris during bridge restoration to protect the pond’s ecosystem and comply with environmental regulations.
GEI Works Solution
GEI Works supplied a Type 1 DOT Turbidity Curtain, engineered for calm-water applications such as ponds, small lakes, and roadside waterways. The curtain was deployed along the construction site to form a floating containment barrier that prevented sediment and debris from dispersing beyond the work zone.
Key Features:
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DOT-Compliant Curtain – designed to meet state and local regulatory requirements.
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Lightweight Design – ideal for smaller water bodies with limited current.
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Ease of Deployment – minimized setup time while maintaining high performance.
Project Highlights
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Targeted Sediment Containment
Curtain successfully confined turbidity and debris within the work zone. -
Environmental Protection
Sensitive pond ecosystem was protected from adverse impacts during construction. -
Proven Performance
Upon project completion, the customer confirmed the curtain worked effectively for the duration of the project, meeting compliance requirements and project goals.
Outcome
The Type 1 DOT Turbidity Curtain enabled the bridge restoration contractor to carry out their work responsibly and efficiently. By preventing turbidity from escaping into the pond, GEI Works helped ensure the project was completed without environmental disruption and in full regulatory compliance.
This project reinforces GEI Works’ ability to support construction projects of all sizes with custom turbidity control solutions designed to protect waterways and ecosystems.
