How do I Anchor a
Debris Boom in a Calm River?
Question regarding a debris boom in a calm river. I would like to find out from you what the procedure is in actually fitting the unit across say a calm river with a width of 40 Meters?
What other equipment do I need to affix the boom on either side of the river bank? Does one need to have some sort of positioning stabilizer in the centre of the total length to avoid extreme curving?
Answer:
Thank you for asking. There are couple of different ways you could consider position your debris boom in a calm river. Depending on exactly how calm your river is and/or available equipment, different methods may work better than others.
The two typical anchoring techniques used for this type of deployment include the following:
- Anchoring Directly to the Shore: This is done through piles. Ends of the booms can be tied to these pilings to keep them securely anchored while at work.
- Anchoring in the Water Bottom: This is achieved by putting rope above the debris boom and securing it with concrete bucket anchors placed on the water bottom.
How you anchor and how many anchor points are needed depends upon the water conditions, current, waves, in your area. Plans for anchoring are usually developed through conversation or exchange of information regarding the currents, waves, tides, and other conditions.
Some typical anchoring procedures include the use of anchors, buoys and ties (shown left).
Anchors are connected to buoys, which are then connected to the barrier. These anchors can be placed along the barrier at various points to help your containment boom stay in place.
For a barrier or debris boom in calm river water, this is usually not necessary unless there is some kind of current.
Our Granite Environmental tech team can provide you further information and tips. You can reach them through email at info@graniteenvironmental.com or call our tech guys at
(+1) 772-646-0597.
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