Practice question

A silt fence is being undermined because its bottom edge was not keyed into the soil. What should the inspector require?

  1. Stretch the fabric tighter above ground
  2. Trench in the bottom edge and backfill it properly
  3. Raise the fence several inches so water can pass under it
  4. Replace the fence with caution tape

Answer: B — Trench in the bottom edge and backfill it properly

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