Storm Drain Leaf Guards

Common inlet protection devices include below-grate filter systems like the EZ-Catch, flexible filter bags like FleXstorm that fit curb, drop, and round inlets, and curb-and-gutter barriers like the Wimco Road Drain. Each is designed for specific drainage casting types and sediment control requirements on construction sites and roadways.

Sediment logs are made from porous, interlocked natural fibers that allow water to pass through rather than under them, unlike silt fences. They are more environmentally friendly, often biodegradable, and generally more cost-effective because they require fewer repairs and replacements over the course of a project.

Many inlet protection devices, such as the EZ-Catch and FleXstorm systems, are designed to be reusable and can be cleaned and redeployed on multiple projects. Sediment logs may be reusable or biodegradable depending on the product type, making them suitable for both short-term and longer-duration installations.

Storm drain leaf guards are typically made from synthetic polymers such as polypropylene or HDPE for durable, reusable inlet protection devices, or from natural fibers such as straw, wood excelsior, or other biodegradable materials for sediment logs and wattles. Material choice depends on the application, longevity requirements, and environmental considerations.

Storm drain leaf guards can be installed at construction site inlets, curb and gutter drains, drop inlets, round inlets, steep slopes, ditch bottoms, waterways, and site perimeters. They are suitable for both active job sites requiring temporary protection and roadway infrastructure needing ongoing stormwater management.

Yes. Coleman Moore Company provides product selection consultation to help contractors, engineers, and municipalities identify the most appropriate inlet protection device or sediment log for their specific site conditions, drainage structure type, and regulatory requirements. Contact us at 515-309-5577 or info@colemanmoorecompany.com for assistance.