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A ford is appropriate if  \n• the stream is small, has less than a 2% gradient,  \n• has a bottom consisting of semi-angular to angular rock (greater than 1 inch diameter) and  \n• will have minimal traffic (no more than five crossings per day) .  \nConstruct fords at right angles to a straight, shallow section of stream. Fords constructed on bends can result in erosion damage or ford failure due to channel movement.  \nIn addition  \n• Construct a rolling dip or cross ditch at each approach to the ford to divert water that may run down the road. Dips or cross ditches should drain into stable areas to prevent sediment from entering the stream.  \n• Stabilize approaches and stream banks with angular gravel or pit run material along the entire width of the floodplain, or at least 75 feet on each side of the stream. Rocked approaches provide a suitable running surface, protect stream banks and floodplains and keep soil from sticking to tracks or tires and washing off into streams.  \n• If the soil type at the approaches is fine grained, it is recommended to install geotextile fabric between the subgrade and the gravel surfacing for added strength and separation.  \n• For light vehicle traffic, add only enough material to the streambed to level it out. For heavier traffic (including log trucks), evened-out stream bottoms may need to be reinforced with additional rock. However, the added rock should not raise the streambed significantly above the existing level or fish passage problems may result.  \n• Minimize the removal of vegetation adjacent to the crossing. Revegetate bank cuts immediately following construction.  \n• During times of salmonid spawning and egg incubation, limit the use of fords to periods of low-water, dry or frozen conditions. This measure will also protect active domestic water diversions.  \n• Limit hauling or equipment crossings to minimize sediment delivery to streams.  \nFROM: Barkley et al., 2015. Idaho Forestry Best Management Practices Field Guide: Using BMPs to Protect Water Quality. Bulletin 891, University of Idaho Extension, Moscow, ID.","cbCaibO7FGrm6Obh","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaibO7FGrm6Obh","pdf",130786,"English","# Ford suitability\n# Construction layout and approach drainage\n## Rolling dip and cross ditch\n## Stabilizing approaches and stream banks\n# Soil reinforcement and traffic considerations\n# Vegetation protection and seasonal restrictions","[{\"question\":\"When is a ford an appropriate option for crossing a stream?\",\"answer\":\"When the stream is small, the gradient is under 2%, the bottom consists of semi-angular to angular rock greater than 1 inch, and traffic is minimal (no more than five crossings per day).\"},{\"question\":\"Why should fords be built perpendicular to the stream rather than on bends?\",\"answer\":\"Fords constructed on bends can lead to erosion damage or ford failure due to channel movement.\"},{\"question\":\"What measures help prevent water and sediment from entering the stream during construction and use?\",\"answer\":\"Install a rolling dip or cross ditch at each approach to divert road runoff into stable areas, stabilize approaches and banks with angular gravel or pit run material, and—when soils are fine grained—use geotextile fabric between subgrade and gravel for strength and separation.\"}]","How to Construct a Ford - Environmental Best Practices | PDF",1791292049]