The forklift transported the AquaDam® down the boat ramp and onto the water. The easiest way to maneuver a rolled AquaDam® is to get it in the water, because the small amount of air trapped inside the tubes during rolling makes them float.

The rolled AquaDam® is moved into position, the ropes cut, and the protective wrapper removed. A rope is attached to the fill tubes, and as the AquaDam® unrolls, it is pulled up the bank by the forklift until it reaches the desired height.

There is no water flow of any kind in this area, so no restraining ropes are needed to maintain head pressure inside the AquaDam®. Fill hoses are placed inside the inner tubes, and the AquaDam® is allowed to unroll as it fills. The sides have been folded in to make the AquaDam® easier to transport. 

The plastic stake in this picture marks the outer edge of the boat ramp, plus 10'. The AquaDam® CANNOT encroach on the work area. Because of the needed turn, the AquaDam® is started a considerable distance from the spot where it will end up. Room is also left so that a backup dam can be used if necessary.