In this video local highway superintendents, environmental groups, elected officials, sportsmen, engineers, and agency personnel talk frankly about the problems and impact of sediment runoff from rural roads. Ditches erode rapidly, storm drains and culverts plug, road budgets and aquatic life suffer, and revenues from fishermen decline.
All parties agree that controls become easier if an environmental or watershed group gets involved.
This group can seek funds, negotiate with landowners, apply for permits, get technical and volunteer assistance, and build partnerships.