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Serious heads-up about the new sediment curtain regs on the Columbia
Had to pick between a full perimeter boom or just a downstream barrier for a small job near Portland last month. Went with the downstream only to save time, and got slapped with a $2,500 fine from the state inspector. What's the cheapest way you've found to stay compliant on tight margins?
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west.claire6mo ago
That $2,500 fine is rough, but I've seen inspectors let a lot slide on smaller tributaries. The Portland district office told me last year they mostly care about the downstream barrier being properly anchored and weighted. Maybe you just got a strict one.
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the_ryan6mo ago
Totally agree with @west.claire about the anchor and weight being the main thing. I've heard the same from a few guys who work those smaller streams. The problem is when one inspector decides to write up every single little thing, even stuff that doesn't really affect the barrier's job. It feels like they're just trying to justify their visit sometimes, lol. That inconsistency is what makes the fines so frustrating, because you never know what you're gonna get.
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