Appendix B: Bioengineering for Streambank Erosion Control -- Guidelines
of the riprap." "The Stinger" can plant through 2 to 3-ft riprap, but it must penetrate the
moist soil below in which to push the dormant willow pole."
Figure 34. Dormant willow posts, coir geotextile roll, and cedar
trees being installed at Court Creek, Illinois, April 1993. (Photo
courtesy of Mr. Donald Roseboom, Illinois State Water Survey)
Figure 35. Court Creek site above after one growing season.
Note that this is after one major flood in spring and summer,
1994, that overtopped the banks. (Photo courtesy of Mr. Donald
Roseboom, Illinois State Water Survey)
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