
Other Technology NamesĮnvironmental dredging reduces ecological and human health risks from exposure to contaminated sediments by removing the source of contamination (i.e., the contaminated sediment).

Environmental dredging is performed to reduce risk that contaminated sediment and associated porewater pose to human health and the environment. IntroductionĮnvironmental dredging is the process where contaminated sediment under water is removed, treated, and/or placed in a new location. This information may be reproduced without restriction as long as the source attribution is included.

Schematic of Hydraulic Dredge and PipelineĮxample of Dredging, Dewatering and Water Treatment Process Schematic of Mechanical Dredge and Haul Barge
