Catch Basin Sediment Control Products & Solutions

A sediment trap is a small, temporary impoundment — typically serving drainage areas under 5 acres — designed to slow runoff and allow sediment to settle. A sediment basin is a larger, engineered structure serving bigger drainage areas. Inlet protection devices at catch basins complement both by filtering sediment before it enters the storm drain system.

Coleman Moore Company supplies several inlet protection options including the EZ-Catch below-grate device, the FleXstorm customizable filter bag system, and the Wimco Road Drain Curb & Gutter insert. Each is designed to fit different drainage structure types — including drop inlets, curb inlets, and round inlets — for flexible deployment across construction sites.

Yes. Many of our inlet protection devices, including the FleXstorm filter bag system and EZ-Catch frames, are designed for reuse across multiple projects or storm events. Reusable systems reduce material costs over time and are an environmentally responsible choice for long-running construction sites and ongoing municipal stormwater management programs.

Catch basin sediment control is required during grading, excavation, utility installation, and any land-disturbing activity that exposes bare soil. Applicable settings include road construction, commercial site development, residential subdivisions, and municipal infrastructure projects. Regulatory agencies such as Iowa DNR often mandate inlet protection as part of a site's stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP).

Most devices install quickly without specialized tools — the EZ-Catch sits below the grate, while curb and gutter inserts slide into place using a patented curved-back design. Maintenance involves periodic inspection after rainfall, removal of accumulated sediment, and cleaning or replacement of filter media. Visibility of the installation above-grade makes routine inspection straightforward for site crews.

The EZ-Catch inlet protection device delivers 15% greater filtering efficiency than current industry standards. The FleXstorm system offers customizable filter media so you can adjust filtration levels to match your site's sediment load and regulatory requirements. Combined, these systems effectively prevent lifted soils and fine particles from entering storm drain infrastructure and downstream waterways.