Techniques to slow runoff and erosion from steeply sloping land
An in depth analysis on the techniques useful for areas with high rainfall, steep slopes, and thin soils
Author : rajshekar
Techniques for 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.