Type 2 Turbidity Curtains

Type 2 Turbidity Curtains / Silt Barriers

Type 2 Turbidity Curtain also known as Silt Barrier, is a floating turbidity curtain designed specifically for areas with moving water, currents, waves, or tides. Manufactured in the USA with high-quality reliable components, Type 2 Silt Curtains contain turbidity and displaced particles in a designated area. Type 2 Turbidity Barriers are recommended for use in water locations with waves up to two feet (2′), moderate wind, and currents up to 2 knots.

Type 2 Silt Barrier/ Turbidity Curtain Product Options:

  1. Type 2 DOT
  2. Type 2 Heavy Duty (HD) Impermeable
  3. Type 2 Heavy Duty (HD) Permeable

*Click to download specifications of each curtain above

FEATURES

  • Top tension cable

  • ASTM universal slide connector options

  • Corner plates

  • Permeable or Impermeable

  • 18 oz and 22 oz material options

Applications

  • Perfect for short term and long term projects in moving water with moderate wind.
  • A favorite for DOT sites, roads, and areas around DOT projects.
  • Dredging Projects
  • Pile Driving
  • Shoreline Construction
  • Boat Ramp Creation
  • DOT Roadwork and Construction Projects
  • Dock Repair, Demolition and Maintenance
  • Rip Rap Installation
  • Remediation Projects

Type 2 DOT Curtains

  • 5/16″ Top Tension Galvanized Cable
  • 6″ or 8″ Floats
  • 18 oz. Impermeable PVC
  • 5/16″ Bottom Ballast Chain
  • Eye Bolt Anchor Point (every 50 ft.)

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Type 2 Heavy Duty (HD) Impermeable

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  • Options: 6″, 8″ or 12″ Floats
  • 22 oz. Permeable PVC 
  • ASTM Universal Slide Connectors
  • 5/16″ Tension Galvanized Cable
  • 5/16″ Bottom Ballast Chain
  • Eye Bolt Anchor Point (every 50 ft.)

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Type 2 Heavy Duty (HD) Permeable

  • Options: 6″, 8″ or 12″ Floats
  • 22 oz. Permeable PVC w/ Monofilament
  • ASTM Universal Slide Connectors
  • 5/16″ Tension Galvanized Cable
  • 5/16″ Bottom Ballast Chain
  • Eye Bolt Anchor Point (every 50 ft.)

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Anchoring Options

  • Anchor Kits: Anchoring is crucial for the success of your project. Without proper anchoring your Turbidity Barrier will fail. (USACE suggests anchors every 50′ contingent on site and water conditions)
  • Tow Bridles: Tow Bridles help distribute weight and prevent damage during deployment and adjustment.
  • Accessories are an important component for the silt curtain installation. Click the link above to Learn more about these Type II silt curtain accessories, their specs, and uses. View our Ground Anchor Installation and Silt Curtain Anchoring Instructions.

Please contact us for more information on anchoring and accessory options.