Canal Lining | North Sterling, Colorado, USA

Erosion Control with CCX-M^® in Colorado

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Project Overview

In November 2023, Concrete Canvas^® CCX-MAT^® (CCX-M^®) GCCM was trialed and used to line and provide erosion control to an overspill swale, part of an irrigation network near Sterling, Colorado, USA.

Built between 1909-1911, North Sterling Irrigation District (NSID) is the largest in North East Colorado, managing 126 miles of irrigations canals, channels and reservoirs. The irrigation supplies over 120 farmers, farming alfalfa, corn, sugar beets and grazing grasslands.

164ft²

of CCX-M^® installed to line overspill swale

2 Hours

installation time by NSID’s own crew

24 Hours

swale back in service after installation

Solution

The primary application of the material is to protect the profile of the swale from high water erosion and cattle damage to negate the need for costly re-profiling to protect the adjacent highway and farmland. CCX-M^® is specifically designed for armoring canals in harsh environments and able to accommodate the high UV levels and temperature extremes of Colorado.

CCX-M^® installed with regraded swale, anchor trenches, transverse Bulk Rolls, hand-cut lengths and 4-inch screw jointing

Design & Installation

CCX-M^® Bulk Rolls specified
Swale regraded prior to deployment
Transverse layup
Perimeter edges secured in anchor trenches
Range of joints demonstrated including screwed, screws & sealant and screws & thermal bond
Hydrated using a hose and water bowser

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CCX-M^® Hydrated using hose and water bowser

Completed Installation

Summary

The speed of installation is also key; allowing irrigation districts to install within tight windows between irrigation seasons and to allow the swift return of canal assets to operation to minimize water supply disruption. 164ft² of CCX-M^® were installed in less than two hours and the swale was back in service less than 24 hours later.

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I thought CCX was a good solution for us, from the first time I saw the product. It was easy for our crew to install with simple tools, most of which we already owned. Cost, performance, the ability to self-perform and the speed and ease of installation are important factors for us. The CCX solution looks great and was quicker and easier to install than pouring concrete, which we would have probably had to contract out. I expect the CCX to perform very well and can see multiple uses for the district including cattle crossing and general erosion control and bank stabilization. I would have no hesitation in recommending CCX to other irrigation districts.

Jim Yahn, District Manager North Sterling Irrigation District