Techniques to slow runoff and erosion from steeply sloping land

These techniques are useful to slow runoff and erosion from sloping land, and also to revegetate degraded areas. Areas with high rainfall, steep slopes, and thin soils should use slightly graded bunds / terraces / trenches to allow some drainage.

Contour Trenches

Catch Pits or Crescent Pits

Bench Terraces

Contour Stone Walls