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Type 1 Turbidity Curtain

Type 1 Turbidity Curtain

Type 1 turbidity curtains, also referred to as type 1 silt curtains, are floating barriers that are designed to control various sediments or runoff in calm waters. There are two versions of type 1 curtains, including Type 1: Light Duty and Type 1: DOT. Type 1 DOT curtains are used in areas that require DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations. ABASCO offers Type 1 Light Duty and Type 1 DOT curtains for all calm water applications.

Type 1 Turbidity Curtain Applications

  • Small Ponds
  • Calm Water Lakes
  • Construction Sites
  • Roadside Construction Projects
  • Protected Inland Areas
  • Dredging

Type 1: Barrier

Application: Ponds, shallow lakes, small streams and marshes
Depth Range: 2’ – 20’

Type 1FabricFloatChainCableOptions
DOT Version18oz PVC Polyester6” – 8”1/4”XFloat Size
Light Duty14oz PVC Polyester4” – 6”3/16”XFloat Size

Type 1: DOT Curtain

ABASCO Type 1 DOT Turbidity Curtains, also known as Type I Turbidity Curtains, are suitable for use in protected waters where the effects of wind, waves, and current are minimal. High-quality 18 PVC-coated polyester fabric, bottom tension member, and marine-grade flotation provide a strong, durable curtain that is ideal for silt and sediment control during dredging and marine construction activities.

Fabric18 oz/sq yd PVC Laminated polyester fabric. Optional filter fabric for skirt
Flotation6-in expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam contained in individually sealed float pockets
Tension/ballast1/4-in Grade 30 galvanized steel chain: 5,200 lb breaking strength; 0.63 lb/ft weight
End connectionLacing grommets on rope-reinforced ends located at both ends of each barrier section. Ballast chain is shackled section-to-section on the type I turbidity curtains.
Section length25 ft, 50 ft and 100 ft
Skirt depthTo 20 ft. Depth can be tapered to conform to bottom profile.
AccessoriesAnchor Kits, Rope, Marker Buoys, Solar Lights, Repair Kits
OptionsPermeable Skirts (Woven & Non-Woven), Furling lines, Tapered Bottom Profile

Type 1: Light Duty

ABASCO Type 1 Light Duty Turbidity Curtains, also known as Type I Turbidity Curtains, are suitable for use in protected waters where the effects of wind, waves, and current are minimal. High-quality PVC-coated polyester fabric, bottom tension member, and marine-grade flotation provide a strong, durable curtain that is ideal for silt and sediment control during dredging and marine construction activities. 

Fabric14oz/sq yd PVC Laminated polyester fabric. Optional filter fabric for skirt
Flotation4-in expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam contained in individually sealed float pockets
Tension/ballast3/16-in Grade 30 galvanized steel chain: 3,200 lb breaking strength; 0.33 lb/ft weight
End connectionLacing grommets on rope-reinforced ends located at both ends of each barrier section. Ballast chain is shackled section-to-section on the type I turbidity curtains.
Section length25 ft, 50 ft and 100 ft
Skirt depthTo 20 ft. Depth can be tapered to conform to bottom profile.
AccessoriesAnchor Kits, Rope, Marker Buoys, Solar Lights, Repair Kits
OptionsTapered Bottom Profile

Interested in our other Economy options? 

Abasco provides a selection of in-stock light duty economy curtains at an economical price. 

Type 1 Turbidity Curtain with plain skirt

type 1 turbidity curtain with a plain skirt

Type 1 Turbidity Curtain with filter fabric skirt

Type 1 Turbidity Curtain with filter fabric skirt

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