Erosion & Sediment Control Services in Southern MD

At Adams Property Works, we understand that Southern Maryland’s beautiful landscape—from the sandy shores of the Chesapeake to the rolling terrain of St. Mary’s and Calvert Counties—presents unique challenges for property owners. Whether you are breaking ground on a new construction project, installing a driveway, or managing a large-scale excavation, keeping your soil where it belongs is both a legal requirement and an environmental priority.



We provide professional Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) services designed to protect your investment, ensure state and local regulatory compliance, and safeguard our local waterways.

What is Sediment Control?

While people often use the terms interchangeably, sediment control is distinct from erosion control.

  • Erosion Control is the preventative practice of keeping soil in place (using mulch, blankets, or vegetation) so it doesn't wash away.
  • Sediment Control is a reactive or "last line of defense" measure. It is designed to capture soil particles that have already become dislodged and are being carried away by water runoff.


The goal of sediment control is to "filter" the water before it leaves your property. By using specialized barriers and traps, we ensure that silt and dirt don't end up in storm drains, neighboring properties, or the Chesapeake Bay. In Maryland, any project that disturbs more than 5,000 square feet of land or moves more than 100 cubic yards of earth is required by law to have an approved erosion and sediment control plan.

Our ESC Services in Southern MD

Adams Property Works offers a comprehensive suite of solutions tailored to the specific soil types (from heavy clay to coastal sand) found in Southern MD:

1. Silt Fence Installation

We install standard and "Super Silt Fences" (reinforced with chain link) to intercept runoff. These are essential for perimeter protection on construction sites to keep sediment-laden water from escaping.

2. Stabilized Construction Entrances

To prevent "track-out"—the mud and dirt that tires pick up and deposit onto public roads—we create stone-stabilized entrances that scrub tires as vehicles exit your site.

3. Stormwater Management & Bio-Ponds

We specialize in grading and creating drainage solutions like bio-ponds and swales. These systems naturally filter runoff and manage the volume of water during Maryland’s intense summer storms.

4. Slope Stabilization, Retaining Walls and Stem Walls

For properties with steep grades, we provide structural solutions like retaining walls, stem walls and terracing, as well as non-structural stabilization using native vegetation and erosion control matting.

5. Inlet Protection

We install specialized filters and covers over storm drain inlets to ensure that only clean water enters the local drainage system during your project.

Why Choose Adams Property Works?

  • Local Expertise: Based in Great Mills, we know the specific environmental regulations of St. Mary’s, Charles and Calvert Counties.
  • Compliance Guaranteed: We help you navigate MDE (Maryland Department of the Environment) standards to avoid costly fines or "stop-work" orders.
  • Bay-Friendly Practices: As a local business, we are committed to protecting the health of the Chesapeake Bay by reducing nutrient and sediment loading in our backyard.


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Don't let a rainy season wash away your progress. Whether you're a homeowner or a developer, Adams Property Works has the equipment and the expertise to keep your project on solid ground.


Call us at (301) 994-1010 or get a FREE ESTIMATE for your next project.