Geosynthetics in roads and pavements

Temporary, Degradable RECPs for Slopes 

Temporary, degradable materials are used to 

prevent loss of soil from the seedbed and to 

enhance the establishment of vegetation where 

the vegetation alone should provide sufficient 

site protection once established.  This 

commonly includes steep slopes and channels 

with flows imposing less than 3 psf (150 kPa) 

shear stress.  Erosion control netting (ECN), 

open weave meshes (ECM), and erosion control 

blankets (ECB) are the most common 

temporary, degradable RECP systems. Typically 

they are made of natural fibers such as straw, 

jute, coconut (coir), or wood (excelsior).  

 

 

 

 

Typical Temporary Degradable RECPs