Sediment Monitoring » Sediment erosion, deposition and transport assessments

With over 20 years of combined experience in monitoring sediment dynamics through the environment, Partrac are perfectly placed to provide consultancy and analysis services in support of understanding the displacement of sediments, whether due to natural events or anthropogenic influences.

Partrac provide detailed information on the erosion potential of sediments and are able to determine where this material is likely to be transported and ultimately deposited, whether on land, freshwater or at sensitive marine sites.

We also provide support to the engineering industry investigating the seabed scour potential for particular areas. Using our custom designed benthic flume technologies, we rapidly assess seabed areas to determine the most stable locations to install structures (for example windfarm piles and in support of cable laying operations). Following installation, we can provide real-time remote monitoring of changes in bed level (i.e. scour assessment), to determine the level of scour occurring due to tidal and/ or river currents. Partrac routinely monitor sediment deposition and scour during dredging operations, identifying bed level changes to mm scale accuracy.

For further information on Partrac’s expertise in sediment management and monitoring, please contact us.