Description: A Field Border means a strip of perennial vegetation established at the edge of the field that provides a stabilized outlet for row water to improve water quality. Benefits may include reduced soil erosion, sedimentation, and pollution from dissolved and sediment-attached substances.
Field Border Policy
Requirements for all Sediment and Nutrient Management Measures.
General Policies for Commission Cost Share Programs
Maintenance Period: 10 years
Additional Spot Check Requirements: None
BMP Units: Acres
Cost Information: Average cost (75% or 90%). Refer to ACSP Average Cost Lists for details.
CS2 Project Description examples
Expected Results:
Acres affected
Soil saved
Nitrogen saved
Phosphorus saved
Reference Materials:
NC-ACSP-11 Signature Page
Map with BMP location, fields, and roads
For 90% Cost share, please upload the NC-CSPs-1E form.
| CS2 Common Components | Units |
|---|---|
| GRADING - extra heavy, 9" - 12" avg | Acre |
| GRADING - heavy, 6" - 9" avg | Acre |
| GRADING - medium, <=6" avg | Acre |
| GRADING - maximum heavy >12" avg | Acre |
| GRADING - minimum, <= 1/4 acre | Acre |
| VEGETATION - bag lime, seed and fertilizer | Acre |
| VEGETATION - bulk lime, seed and fertilizer | Acre |
| VEGETATION - hydroseed | Acre |
| VEGETATION - establish, native species for riparian areas only | Acre |
| VEGETATION - mulch, small grain straw | Acre |
| EROSION CONTROL MATTING - TEMP, 12 MONTHS, or less LONGEVITY | SqYd |
| EROSION CONTROL MATTING - TEMP, 18 - 36 MONTHS LONGEVITY | SqYd |
| EROSION CONTROL MATTING - TEMP, <400 SQ FT, STRAW - 12 MONTHS or less LONGEVITY | SqFt |
Refer to the SWCC JAA Application Requirements for details.