Frequently Asked Questions: Many factors influence the selection of a dam or water retaining system. When considering whether to use an AquaDam® or some other system, questions will come to mind about how it works, will it work in a particular circumstance and so on. Below you will find many of the most commonly asked questions about AquaDams® and how to use them. |
| What materials are used to make AquaDams®? AquaDams® are made from polypropylene geotextile for the outer tube and polyethylene for the inner tubes. In some larger sized dams the inner tubes may be made of PVC. Do AquaDams® meet current laws and regulations as they apply to water retention systems? |
AquaDams® are designed to meet the United States Environment Protection Authority (EPA) guidelines under Section 404 (40 CFR §230.1) as well as the Clean Water Act. The Clean Water Act and Section 404 guidelines prohibit discharges of dredge or fill material when a practicable alternative exists. AquaDams® provide a practicable alternative in many circumstances as they do not use any fill material and have little or no adverse effect on the aquatic ecosystem. There are many world-wide and national laws that forbid the pollution of streams, rivers, and waterways, such as the NSW Clean Waters Act. Unlike temporary earth dams, sheet piling or sandbagging, AquaDams® introduce no pollutants to the waterway during installation or removal and do not disturb either the bottom or the bank. AquaDams® complies with every international and national laws concerning environmental practices.
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