The International Erosion Control Association:

The International Erosion Control Association (IECA) is a non-profit, member organization that provides education, resource information and business opportunities for professionals in the erosion and sediment control industry.

Our members represent over 30 countries and 22 fields of professional practice. IECA’s diverse membership supplies a unique network of specialists who are capable of solving a broad range of problems caused by soil erosion and its by-product—sediment.

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SMC and IECA BMP Field Day

The Great Lakes Chapter of the International Erosion Control Association (IECA) is pleased to announce the partnership with Lake County (IL) Stormwater Management Commission to co-sponsor the Lake County SMC/IECA BMP Field Day scheduled for April 23, 2025 in Lake County, Illinois. Join our Erosion and Sediment and Stormwater professionals as we review various Best Management Practices (BMPs), proper installation, common issues encountered in the field and how to inspect each BMP with live demonstrations.
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Optimizing Detention for Cost and Effectiveness Using Vortex Flow Controls

This presentation will highlight alternative flow controls that employ vortex flow control system and case study projects that have gained significant benefits from the use of these advanced passive controls, including significant cost reductions.
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2025 IECA Municipal Wet Weather Stormwater Conference

Join in as industry-leading speakers from around the Southeast cover a range of topics, including MS4 management, flooding, ASTM standards, solar development, stream bank restoration, erosion & sediment control, green infrastructure, regulations, resiliency, stormwater standards, and post-construction BMP implementation, inspection, and maintenance.
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IECA Design Standards for Erosion Control, Sediment Control, and Stormwater Management

Your go-to resource for comprehensive, industry-approved guidelines that help stormwater and construction professionals implement effective erosion and sediment control measures. Whether you are a contractor, engineer, or regulatory professional, these standards provide the technical information needed to maintain compliance and improve project outcomes.
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