Type 3 Turbidity Curtains

Type 3 Turbidity Curtains / Silt Barriers

Type 3 Turbidity Barriers are our strongest turbidity curtain, designed for fast moving waters and demanding conditions. Built to provide turbidity protection in strong water, waves, and wind, our heavy duty silt curtains bring sediment control and increased strength to any containment or control area. Our Type 3 Sediment Barrier is designed to meet or exceed state DOT and federal requirements for sediment control in moving waters. These heavy duty silt curtains are vital for specific jobsite specifications and have a variety of customization options. When installed as directed, Type 3 Turbidity Curtains provide sediment control and protection from turbidity caused by construction. The Type 3 curtains create a secure containment area for the sediment-laden water, forcing the sediment to settle back to the watershed’s floor. Designed for rivers, bays, harbors, and tidal zones up to 3+ knots.

Type 3 Silt Barrier/ Turbidity Curtain Product Options:

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

*Click to download specifications of each curtain above

FEATURES

  • 8″ or 12″ floats

  • Top tension cables

  • ASTM universal slide connector options/top cable connector

  • Corner plates

  • Permeable or Impermeable

  • 18 oz and 22 oz material options

  • 5/16″ + 3/8″ + ballast chain

Type 3 Silt Barrier Applications

  • Designed for fast water, waves, or demanding conditions
  • Dredging Sites
  • Remediation Projects
  • Long-Term Projects
  • Shoreline Restoration
  • DOT Road & Bridge Repair
  • Pipeline Construction
  • Projects in Bays and Harbors
  • Coastal or Marine Construction
  • Pile Driving
  • Areas Severely Affected by Wind or Wav

Type 3 Department of Transportation (DOT) Curtains

  • 50′ or 100′ Lengths
  • 18 oz. PVC material
  • 6″ or 8″ flotation size
  • 5/16″ Galvanized Steel Cable
  • Top Stress Plates with Grommets
  • Anchor Points every 50′ or 100′

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Type 3 Heavy Duty (HD)

  • 20 oz. PVC material
  • 12″ flotation size
  • 5/16″ Galvanized Steel Cable
  • Stress Plates with Grommets
  • Universal Connectors
  • Anchor Points every 50′ or 100′

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Type 3 Heavy Duty Permeable (HD Perm)

  • 22 oz. PVC material
  • 12″ flotation size
  • 5/16″ Galvanized Steel Cable
  • Stress Plates with Grommets
  • Universal Connectors
  • Anchor Points every 50′ or 100′

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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.
  • 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.