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Paramount Materials — Turbidity & Sediment Control
Staked Turbidity Barriers
Impervious PVC-coated barrier that installs on stakes to contain stormwater runoff and redirect sediment-laden water in ditches, swales, and low-flow channels. Available in 48' and 100' lengths, with or without lattice reinforcement.
- Fabric
- Impervious PVC
- Height
- 44.5"
- Shipping
- Free · all orders
Impervious PVC-coated fabric
Stake-mounted for ditches & swales
48' & 100' lengths · lattice option
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What Is a Staked Turbidity Barrier?
Overview
A staked turbidity barrier is an impervious PVC-coated fabric wall that mounts on stakes driven into the ground, used to contain stormwater runoff and redirect sediment-laden water before it reaches a stream, wetland, or storm drain. Unlike a floating turbidity curtain — which is suspended by a top flotation collar in open water — a staked barrier is anchored to the earth along a ditch, swale, or shoreline where flow is shallow or intermittent.
Because the fabric is impervious, water can't pass through it. Runoff is held back or channeled toward a designated retention or settling area, giving suspended sediment time to drop out instead of traveling downstream. That makes the staked barrier a practical choice for perimeter control on active construction sites, dewatering discharge points, and drainage channels that carry silty water during storms.
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Staked Barrier vs. Floating Curtain
Compare
Both control turbidity, but they solve different site conditions. Match the barrier type to where the water is and how it moves.
Staked Turbidity Barrier
- Anchored to the ground on stakes
- For ditches, swales, and low or intermittent flow
- Impervious PVC holds back or redirects runoff
- Used for perimeter control and dewatering discharge
- Best where water is shallow or the channel runs dry between storms
Floating Turbidity Curtain
- Suspended by a top flotation collar
- For lakes, rivers, and open standing or moving water
- Hangs below the surface with a bottom ballast chain
- Used to ring a work area within a body of water
- Best where there is a permanent water depth to float in
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Where to Use a Staked Turbidity Barrier
Applications
Drainage Ditches & Swales
Line a roadside ditch or drainage swale to hold back silty runoff and direct it toward a settling area, keeping sediment out of the downstream channel during storm flow.
Construction Site Perimeters
Set a perimeter along the low edge of a disturbed site so stormwater leaving the site is intercepted and its suspended soil is captured before it reaches a waterway.
Dewatering Discharge Points
Contain and slow the discharge from pumping operations, giving fine sediment time to settle out rather than washing directly into a stream or storm inlet.
Shorelines & Bank Edges
Protect the water's edge where work happens on the bank rather than in open water, anchoring the barrier on land to keep disturbed soil from entering the body of water.
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How a Staked Barrier Installs
Installation
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Set the line along the flow path
Lay out the barrier across or along the channel where you need to intercept runoff, following the low contour so water is directed toward your settling or retention area.
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Drive the stakes
Drive stakes into the ground at regular spacing to carry the fabric. Stakes are included with the standard configurations, or choose the no-stakes option if you're supplying your own posts.
3
Hang and secure the fabric
Attach the impervious PVC fabric to the stakes so it stands as a continuous wall. Where extra rigidity is needed, choose a lattice-reinforced version for added structure across the span.
4
Seal the toe to the ground
Anchor the bottom edge to the soil — trenched in or weighted — so water is forced to pond or divert rather than slipping underneath the barrier.
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Choose Your Configuration
Products
All barriers are 44.5" tall in impervious PVC. Pick your run length, add lattice reinforcement for extra rigidity, or order fabric only if you're supplying your own stakes.
44.5" × 48'
Staked Turbidity Barrier — 48' Run
The standard shorter length with stakes included. A ready-to-install choice for smaller ditches, swales, and perimeter segments.
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44.5" × 100'
Staked Turbidity Barrier — 100' Run
The longer standard length with stakes included, for covering more channel or perimeter in a single continuous run.
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44.5" × 48' · Lattice
Staked Turbidity Barrier — 48' w/ Lattice
The 48' run with lattice reinforcement for added rigidity across the span in higher-flow or longer-duration installs.
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44.5" × 100' · Lattice
Staked Turbidity Barrier — 100' w/ Lattice
The full 100' run with lattice reinforcement — the most rigid, longest-span configuration for demanding sites.
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Fabric Only
Staked Turbidity Barrier — No Stakes Included
The impervious PVC barrier fabric on its own, for crews supplying their own stakes or posts on site.
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Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
what is a staked turbidity barrier used for?
It contains and redirects sediment-laden stormwater in ditches, swales, and along construction perimeters. The impervious fabric holds runoff back or channels it toward a settling area so suspended soil drops out before the water reaches a stream, wetland, or storm drain.
how is a staked barrier different from a floating turbidity curtain?
A staked barrier is anchored to the ground on stakes and works in shallow or intermittent flow like ditches and swales. A floating turbidity curtain is suspended by a flotation collar and hangs down into open water such as a lake or river. Choose the staked barrier for land-anchored channel work and the floating curtain for open-water containment.
what does the lattice option add?
Lattice reinforcement adds rigidity across the span, helping the barrier hold its shape under higher flow or longer-duration installations. If your site sees stronger runoff or the barrier needs to stand firm for an extended period, the lattice versions are the sturdier choice.
can I use my own stakes?
Yes. The "No Stakes Included" option ships the impervious PVC barrier fabric on its own, for crews that already have stakes or posts on hand. The standard 48' and 100' configurations include stakes.
how tall is the barrier?
All configurations are 44.5" tall. Run lengths are available in 48' and 100', in both standard and lattice-reinforced versions.
which length should I order?
Measure the length of ditch, swale, or perimeter you need to protect and choose the run that covers it with as few seams as possible — the 100' run covers more ground in one piece, while the 48' run suits shorter segments. For sizing help across the full turbidity line, use the Turbidity Curtain Selector.
Get the Right Barrier for Your Site
Pricing is listed on every product page. Choose your run length and lattice option, use the Turbidity Curtain Selector to match the barrier to your conditions, or request a volume quote for larger jobs.
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