HydroTurf downchutes deliver long-term erosion protection at Franklin County Landfill

See engineered stormwater protection in action as it improves landfill infrastructure durability and reduces maintenance needs.

The Franklin County Sanitary Landfill in Grove City, Ohio, partnered with Watershed Geo to tackle persistent erosion and stormwater management challenges at its downchutes—critical pathways that convey concentrated storm flows.

Traditional approaches to erosion control at landfill stormwater structures often require frequent repair, significant labor and ongoing maintenance. Recognizing the need for a more reliable and cost-effective alternative, the landfill team turned to HydroTurf®, an engineered erosion protection system designed for demanding hydraulic environments.

Using field footage from the Franklin County Sanitary Landfill, the video documents how HydroTurf® downchutes were incorporated into an active stormwater system to address erosion at high-flow conveyance points. The project illustrates how engineered armor systems can be applied in real-world landfill conditions to improve stormwater reliability and reduce the need for recurring repairs. It offers a practical example for landfill operators and engineers evaluating long-term approaches to stormwater infrastructure.

In this video, you’ll see how HydroTurf® has transformed the performance of downchutes by combining rugged armoring capability with long-term durability. Installed to resist high-velocity runoff and stand up to differential settlement, HydroTurf’s engineered solution reduces the need for repeated site visits, freeing operations staff to focus on other priorities. Its resilient design also supports sustainable landfill practices by minimizing long-term maintenance costs and delivering dependable protection where severe erosion once threatened infrastructure integrity.