Practice question

A newly seeded slope develops shallow rills after the first storm, before vegetation is established. What is the best corrective action?

  1. Ignore it because the seed will eventually cover the slope
  2. Regrade the damaged areas and restore the seed and erosion-control treatment
  3. Spray the area with water to wash seed farther downhill
  4. Cover the rills with loose stone only

Answer: B — Regrade the damaged areas and restore the seed and erosion-control treatment

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