Tackling Erosion at a Marina Inlet with Prolock Sheet Piling
Client: Marina Inlet Property Owner
Contractor: Landshore Enterprises, LLC
Location: Riverfront Property, USA
Project Overview
Landshore Enterprises, LLC, recently completed a crucial erosion control project at a marina inlet along a riverfront property. This project addressed significant erosion issues threatening the stability and integrity of the inlet. The innovative Prolock Sheet Piling system was chosen to provide a robust and sustainable solution.
Challenges
The marina inlet faced severe erosion due to constant water flow and wave action, compromising the stability of the riverfront property. A durable and effective solution was required to mitigate erosion and protect the marina’s structural integrity.
Solution: Prolock Sigma
For this project, Landshore Enterprises, LLC utilized the Prolock Sigma system in combination with cylindrically milled wooden piles. The installation was completed with the Prolock Sigma capping plate, ensuring a robust and durable finish. The Prolock Sigma system offered several key benefits for this application:
Hybrid System for Maximum Effectiveness: Prolock combines a short recycled vinyl screen with longer wooden piles. This hybrid approach ensures the screens retain the soil while the piles provide the necessary strength to the entire structure.
Unique Interlocking Method: The lightweight sheet piles use a unique interlocking method, allowing them to be easily slid into each other from the top. This design makes installation both easy and quick, minimizing disruption to the surrounding environment.
Efficient and Sustainable: By combining recycled materials with innovative engineering, Prolock provides a sustainable solution to erosion control that is both effective and environmentally responsible.
Project Implementation
Landshore Enterprises, LLC, implemented the Prolock Sigma system by strategically installing the sheet piles and wooden piles to reinforce the marina inlet and stabilize the soil. The installation process included:
Site Preparation: Clearing and preparing the site to ensure optimal installation conditions.
Pile Installation: Positioning and securing the Prolock Sigma sheet piles and wooden piles to create a stable and erosion-resistant structure along the marina inlet.
Capping Plate Installation: Adding the Prolock Sigma capping plate for a robust and durable finish.
Results
The installation of the Prolock Sigma system at the marina inlet resulted in significant improvements in erosion control and structural stability. The reinforced inlet now effectively manages water flow, preventing further erosion and maintaining the integrity of the riverfront property. The project’s success demonstrates the Prolock Sigma system’s capability to address complex erosion issues while promoting sustainable practices.
Conclusion
The marina inlet project highlights the effectiveness of the Prolock Sheet Piling system in providing a reliable and sustainable solution for erosion control and structural stability. Landshore Enterprises, LLC, delivered a successful project that ensured the safety and stability of the marina inlet, benefiting the entire riverfront property.
