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December 2, 2004
Construction Industry Spotlight: Don't get sloppy with onsite stormwater
By DIPIKA KOHLI
Journal Staff Reporter
Journal Staff Reporter
Photos by Kirstin N. Garcia
Students use a coir log and straw wattle to make a barrier to manage stormwater during construction.
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PLANNING AHEAD lets contractors contain stormwater problems before they become costly cleanups or turn into environmental damage lawsuits. Two of the most common pitfalls — trackout and dirty water — can easily be avoided, say stormwater control experts.
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