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• <br />Chapter 4-Site-Specific Industrial Storm Water BMPs <br />• immediate replacement. After each storm, or on a regular basis, trapped sediments must be <br />removed and disposed of properly. <br />Advantages of a Straw Bale Barrier <br />• Can prevent downstream damage from sediment deposits if properly installed, used, and <br />maintained <br />• Can be an inexpensive way to reduce or prevent erosion <br />Disadvantages of a Straw Bale Barrier <br />• May not be used in streams or large swales <br />• Poses a risk of washouts if the barrier is installed improperly or a storm is severe <br />• Has a short life span and a high inspection and maintenance requirement <br />• Is appropriate for only small drainage areas <br />• Is easily subject to misuse and can contribute to sediment problems <br />• <br />• <br />4-79