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Silt dredging and muck removal

Silt dredging and muck removalSilt dredging and muck removalSilt dredging and muck removal

Hydraulic sediment removal with a low environmental impact 

Silt dredging and muck removal

Silt dredging and muck removalSilt dredging and muck removalSilt dredging and muck removal

Hydraulic sediment removal with a low environmental impact 

Proudly serving Illinois and surrounding states

At EcoSilt, we offer a way to remove sediments with a low impact to the environment and surrounding landscape. We utilize a modern hydraulic dredging system that cruises the surface of the water while pumping unwanted organic debris that has accumulated on the bottom into a predetermined method of disposal.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at ecosilt@usa.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Ponds require maintenance on a regular basis as organic sediments accumulate via natural processes. Eventually sediment will accumulate to the point that the water column becomes extremely nutrient rich manifesting in the form of algae blooms, fish kills and other indications of an upset ecosystem. Repetitive use of herbicides, bacterial supplements and aeration are helpful additions to the maintenance routine and may slow the accumulation of silt but are a costly method of prolonging the inevitable need to address the root problem.


Depending on your approach to maintenance and comfort level with herbicides, color additives and bacterial supplements, all are viable approaches to symptom management; however, once killed the vegetation will go to the bottom and add to the nutrient issue. Impoundments and reservoirs are generally not natural structures and will silt in if not maintained.


Dredging may be done mechanically or hydraulically. While severe cases must be done mechanically using heavy equipment which essentially performs a re-excavation of the pond, general maintenance of the pond may be done hydraulically at a lower cost. Each project must be evaluated individually because if you have seen one dredging project, you have seen one dredging project - they are all different. Generally, silt removal by hydraulic means averages around $6.00 to $9.00 per cubic yard. This is evaluated by means of survey which measures depth and area. We then calculate the amount of muck that must be pumped out and its destination. While we typically pump into a geotextile bag and remove the spoils, we recommend the use of local contractors or farmers for removal of the sediment due to its value as fertilizer.


Dredging and silt removal solutions for Illinois

Dredging

Hydraulic dredging for sediment removal is the most economical avenue to pond and lake maintenance.

Lake and pond reclamation services

We offer pond and lake reclamation services to include duckweed, water meal , and algae control. We also will remove logs, and fallen trees that inhibit pond enjoyment and add to organic build-up.

Erosion control and shoreline containment solutions

Depending on owner desires, we offer different shoreline solutions.

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This photo is of a recent reclamation shortly after completion. Below that are some pictures of the crew and the journey they took to complete the project. The sediment was removed (up to seven feet in places) without destruction of the shoreline. On completion the pond was restored to its original beauty!

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