Fencing and Dust Control (Maricopa: organic, price, gardening)

[Solere]

I own a 5 acre empty lot on the far outskirts of the Valley. I recently received a violation notice from the Maricopa County Air Quality Department indicating that I need to stabilize the lot to control dust and erect a barrier to stop motorized or off road vehicles from traversing through the property. What would be an inexpensive method to control dust on a property and what type of fencing in the least expensive? Thanks for any suggestions.

[Steve Pickering]

There are company's that do it and chemical treatments. Installing an automatic sprinkler also works. The cheapest ATV deterrent is a no trespassing sign and cable about 3 feet off the ground.

It’s not cheap, but expect stiff fines and continued enforcement. You can thank non desert dwellers for laws requiring this.

[Bungle]

Sounds like you need something like THIS. I'm sure there are local companies but this was the first one that came up on my search.

[Solere]

Originally Posted by Bungle

Sounds like you need something like THIS. I'm sure there are local companies but this was the first one that came up on my search.

Wow, looks pretty fancy.

[Solere]

Originally Posted by Steve Pickering

There are company's that do it and chemical treatments. Installing an automatic sprinkler also works. The cheapest ATV deterrent is a no trespassing sign and cable about 3 feet off the ground.

It’s not cheap, but expect stiff fines and continued enforcement. You can thank non desert dwellers for laws requiring this.

I found out that soil stablizers/chemical treatments run $1500-$2000 an acre. Ouch! Not sure why my property was targeted since many others in the area have heavy dirt paths and signs of off road use. Doesn't seem fair to have to spend $3000 on a fence that might get vandalized and countless more $$$ to ensure the property is stabilized on a 24/7/365 year basis.

[wit-nit]

Sounds like someone was using your site to dirt bike and a neighboring ppty owner complained to the county about the dirt kicking up. I'd call the county phone number you received and explain your situation and ask for their recomendations.

[ReadyFreddy]

From maricopa.gov-

The following general methods of dust control are appropriate, depending upon the circumstance:
Prevent motor vehicle and/or off-road vehicle trespassing, parking, and/or access, by installing barriers, curbs, fences, gates, posts, signs, shrubs, trees, or other effective means.
Uniformly apply and maintain surface gravel over the disturbed area.
Dust suppressants:
Water.
Dust palliatives, chemical stabilizers which binds with the soil to reduce fugitive dust emissions.
Organic stabilizers.
Vegetative ground cover. Examples include grass, shrubs, trees, vines, or vegetative debris that is not subject to movement by wind.
Paving the disturbed surface with asphalt, concrete, or other similar material.

I have a feeling that putting up simple barriers to vehicles would suffice. It's not like every vacant lot around town is planted, graveled, paved, chemically treated or regularly hosed down. I too would call the county. Some wires and no trespassing signs might be all it takes.

[Steve Pickering]

Flag the wires, and Arizona does enforce Dust laws.

[Solere]

Originally Posted by ReadyFreddy

From maricopa.gov-



I have a feeling that putting up simple barriers to vehicles would suffice. It's not like every vacant lot around town is planted, graveled, paved, chemically treated or regularly hosed down. I too would call the county. Some wires and no trespassing signs might be all it takes.

A barrier/deterrent to entry is the first step. The next step is stabilizing the dirt paths or disturbed areas to keep it dust free 24/7/365, which is challenging and costly.

[PoppySead]

A barrier of course. A cheap way to do areas other than walkways is to grass it, or plant it. Call a plumber or landscaper, get some water run on the property if you can, if not try to order some grass seed or ground cover that doesn't need much water. Fertilize with the stuff that prevents weeds as well. Plant it when you know rain is coming. lol
http://lawncare.about.com/od/typesof...ght_resist.htm
http://www.swcoloradohome.com/articl...eenthumb35.asp
Owning a lot of acres is expensive in so many ways. Good luck to you.

You could always grow alfalfa and sell it. Hay goes for a good price right now. Make your money back after solving your problem.