Wattle Inlet Protection — Silt Management Solutions

Coleman Moore Company supplies erosion control wattles and sediment logs throughout Iowa from their Des Moines warehouse. They carry products from leading manufacturers including American Excelsior, Gator Guard, and Friendly Environmental. Contact Coleman Moore at 515-309-5577 or info@colemanmoorecompany.com to check availability and request pricing for your project.

Sediment logs are typically made from porous, interlocked natural fibers such as straw, wood excelsior, or coconut coir. These biodegradable materials allow water to filter through while trapping suspended soil particles. Some product lines, such as American Excelsior's Curlex Sediment Logs, use specifically engineered fiber configurations to maximize sediment capture efficiency.

Unlike silt fences, which rely on a flat geotextile barrier that water must flow around, wattles are three-dimensional fiber logs through which water actually passes. This allows better hydraulic flow management, reduces the risk of undercutting, and eliminates the pooling issues common with silt fences. Wattles are also typically more durable, cost-effective, and require fewer repairs or replacements.

Most sediment logs and wattles are designed for temporary use, typically up to 12 months, depending on environmental conditions and the fiber material used. Some products are rated as semi-permanent or reusable. Biodegradable options naturally decompose after their service life, returning organic matter to the soil without the need for removal or disposal.

Sediment logs are versatile and can be installed at curb and drainage outlets, along steep slopes, at construction site perimeters, in ditch bottoms and waterways, and over bare soils or turf reinforcement mats. They are suitable for any site where controlling sediment-laden runoff and reducing the energy of water flow is necessary to meet stormwater compliance requirements.

Yes. Sediment logs are made from natural, biodegradable fibers and are considered an environmentally friendly erosion control solution. They do not leach harmful chemicals, support vegetation establishment over time, and biodegrade naturally at end of life. Their use is widely accepted and often required under stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP) for construction sites.