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    ASSESSMENT OF SOIL EROSION PREVENTION USING COCONET

    REINFORCEMENT IN BRGY. SABANG, NAVAL, BILIRAN

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    A ThesisPresented to the

    College of Engineering

    NAVAL STATE UNIVERSITYNaval, Biliran

    ___________

    In Partial Fulfilmentof the Requirements for

    RES 513 (CE Research/Thesis)

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    KIM NELSON AREGLO

    October 2014

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    ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

    The researcher expresses his wholehearted gratitude and thoughtful

    appreciations to those persons who, without any reservation and ceaseless

    dedication for assistance, have extended their heartfelt support which became

    instrumental for the completion of this study.

    Dr. Rossini B. Romero, Dean of the College of Engineering, and adviser of

    our Research subject, for all of her efforts, time, and patience spent in correcting the

    manuscript, for imparting her professional viewpoints and guidance in preparing this

    academic inquiry, and for improving the quality of this undertaking;

    Engr. Alfredo Bollido, Chief of Maintenance Section, DPWH-BDEO, for the

    information given to make my study be successful;

    To his friends, for their comforting words, moral support in the advancement

    of my academic career and consistent prayers;

    Finally, special compliment to his parents, for buying a new laptop to lessen

    the burden in making this study and his entire family for persistently sustaining him

    in all his undertakings with their comforting love and unwavering assistance that

    truly strengthen his personal confidence, encouragements, and prayers; and

    Most of all, the Almighty Father who have predominantly given him his

    dreams, plans, and visions, and for making them all a successful endeavor.

    KIM NELSON AREGLO

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    TABLE OF CONTENTS

    Page

    TITLE PAGE ----------------------------------------------------------------- i

    ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ----------------------------------------------------------------- ii

    TABLE OF CONTENTS ----------------------------------------------------------------- iii

    LIST OF TABLES ----------------------------------------------------------------- iv

    LIST OF FIGURES ----------------------------------------------------------------- v

    LIST OF APPENDICES ----------------------------------------------------------------- vi

    CHAPTERI INTRODUCTION

    Background of the Study -------------------------------------- 1

    Objectives of the Study -------------------------------------- 3

    Framework of the Study

    Theoretical framework ----------------------------- 4

    Conceptual framework ----------------------------- 4

    Importance of the Study -------------------------------------- 7

    Scope and Delimitations of the Study -------------------- 7

    Definition of Terms -------------------------------------- 7

    Review of Related Literature ----------------------------- 8

    II METHODOLOGY

    Research Design ----------------------------------------------- 11

    Research Locale ----------------------------------------------- 11

    Research Subject ----------------------------------------------- 12

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    Research Instrument -------------------------------------- 12

    Data Gathering Procedure -------------------------------------- 12

    III RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

    Profile of the Coconet -------------------------------------- 13

    Maintenance System Applied ----------------------------- 14

    New Soil Erosion Prevention Scheme -------------------- 14

    Problems Encountered -------------------------------------- 14

    IV SUMMARY OF FINDINGS, CONCLUSION AND

    RECOMMENDATIONS

    Summary ------------------------------------------------------- 16

    Conclusions ------------------------------------------------------- 16

    Recommendations ---------------------------------------------- 17

    LITERATURE CITED ------------------------------------------------------------------ 19

    APPENDICES ------------------------------------------------------------------ 20

    CURRICULIM VITAE ------------------------------------------------------------------ 23

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    LIST OF TABLES

    Table Page

    1 Physical Properties of Coconet ------------------------------------------ 14

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    LIST OF FIGURES

    Figure Page

    1 Conceptual Framework of the Study ---------------------------------- 6

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    LIST OF APPENDICES

    Appendix Page

    A Communication Letter -------------------------------------------- 20

    B Assessment Sheet -------------------------------------------- 21

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    ABSTRACT

    AREGLO, KIM NELSON S. Naval State University, Naval, Biliran,Philippines, October 2014. ASSESSMENT OF SOIL EROSION PREVENTIONUSING COCONET REINFORCEMENT IN BRGY. SABANG, NAVAL, BILIRAN.

    Adviser: ROSSINI B. ROMERO, Ph.,D.

    The study was conducted to assess the soil erosion prevention using

    Coconet Reinforcement in Brgy. Sabang, Naval, Biliran.

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    Chapter I

    INTRODUCTION

    Background of the Study

    Assessment is the evaluation or estimation of the nature, quality, or ability of

    someone or something. Soil erosion is when a raindrop hits soil that is not protected

    by a cover of vegetation and where there are no roots to bind the soil, it has the

    impact of a bullet. Soil particles are loosened washed down the slope of the land

    and either end up in the valley or are washed away out to sea by streams and rivers

    Erosion removes the topsoil first. Once this nutrient-rich layer is gone, few plants

    will grow in the soil again. Without soil and plants the land becomes desert like and

    unable to support life. Coconets are made from 100% coir fiber twine woven into

    high strength nets for extreme slope stabilization, protection of high velocity stream

    banks and high velocity intermittent flow channels. The natural coconut coir material

    perform very well in applications such as erosion control blankets for landscaping

    (Cereno et. al. , 2011).

    In Sri Lanka soil erosion is listed as the main environmental problem related

    to land. Mulching is an effective agronomic method of soil and water conservation if

    suitable material can be found. The objective of this study was to evaluate three

    types of coconut fiber matting for soil and water conservation in an Ultisol of Sri

    Lanka. This was carried out using erosion plots and soya bean as the reference

    crop. The results showed that coconut fiber matting reduced run-off and soil loss

    significantly. Soil loss reduced from 18.2 than in no mulch plots to 0.7 t/ha in

    mulched plots during the 3.5 month growing season. Closely woven coconut fiber

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    matting was the most effective as it was dense and covered the total land surface.

    The soil moisture depletion was less in mulched plots during the longest dry period

    due to increased infiltration and less evaporation. Soil temperature was reduced by

    4C when mulched with coconut fiber matting and the diurnal temperature variation

    also decreased. The carbon nitrogen (C:N) ratio of coconut fiber matting was very

    high when compared to a commonly used green manure species, showing its low

    decomposition rate. The dry matter production and seed yield of soya bean was

    significantly higher in mulched plots. With the long lasting characteristics combined

    with biodegradability, these materials hold great potential for long term soil erosion

    control (Mapa,2012).

    In the Philippines, after a devastating landslide in Leyte, CocoTech (a

    privately-held enterprise in the Philippines that produces geo-textiles from waste

    coconut husks.) was hired by a private European organization to install coconets on

    the hillsides and mountains whose collapse wiped out entire villages. In addition,

    Cocotechs coco-peat products were used to help restore the farmlands that had all

    but disappeared. Today, the mountains and hillsides are sprouting vegetations, and

    farmlands are once again retuning to productive uses, albeit not as yet fully restored

    to their original conditions. The most important thing is that land and soil have been

    rejuvenated and will be in better condition than before the disaster (Ganchero &

    Manapol, 2007)

    In the study conducted by Bureau of Research and Standards (BRS) of

    DPWH, results showed that the method of using Geonets (specifically, coconets) to

    protect developing vegetation against water and wind erosion have proven to be

    essential since it provides the soil surface with partial shading, moderation of soil

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    temperatures and moisture retention. These materials are prescribed to initially

    stabilize the soil but without live plants and trees.the effective erosion control would

    not be achieved. The benefits of applying Bioengineering techniques such as the

    use of hydroseeding and coconets in accelerating vegetation helps control soil

    erosion and stabilize the soil. With the use coco coir products as slope protection,

    slope above the road will be prevented from caving in. Thus, damages triggered by

    soil erosion on infrastructure such as roads and bridges will be prevented if slope

    protection is present.

    At present, the use of inert materials such as concrete and steel had always

    been relied as for slope stabilization and soil erosion. The widespread of these

    materials as stone riprap and concrete are now abridged due to its high cost. The

    use of CocoNet Reinforcement in Brgy. Sabang, Naval, Biliran is not far from the

    above stated. The stiffness of the soil may erode if non-stop intense rains arise that

    may have an effect on the transportation, delivering of freight and a lot more

    wherein it can block the roadway. The appliance of Coconet has a big impact on

    helping to prevent from soil to grind down. Coconet promotes the growth of new

    vegetations by absorbing water and preventing the topsoil from drying out.

    This study was made to determine the capacity of the Coconet

    Reinforcement wherein we can identify what should be the best soil erosion

    prevention that could last up for years.

    Objectives of the Study

    This main purpose of this study was to assess the soil erosion prevention

    using Coconet Reinforcement in Brgy. Sabang, Naval, Biliran.

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    Specifically, this study sought to answer the following objectives:

    1. To ascertain the physical properties of the Coconet that helps to prevent

    soil erosion in terms of;

    1.1 thickness of the Coconet used;

    1.2 unit weight;

    1.3 number of twines in crosswise direction;

    1.4 number of twines in lengthwise direction; and

    1.5 water absorption

    2. To ascertain the maintenance system applied on the Coconet

    Reinforcement in Brgy. Sabang, Naval, Biliran.

    3. To ascertain the problems met related to the use of Coconet

    Reinforcement for soil erosion prevention in Brgy. Sabang, Naval, Biliran; and

    4. To propose a new soil erosion prevention scheme for the soil erosion

    prevention in Brgy. Sabang, Naval, Biliran.

    Framework of the Study

    The theoretical and conceptual frameworks of the study will be presented as

    follows:

    Theoretical framework. This study was anchored on theories that give

    meaning and purpose to the basic considerations of the research.

    One basic thought that primarily relates to the rationale of this study is the W.

    E. H. Cullings Theory of Erosion on Soil-Covered Slopes. The theory states that

    Slope erosion is, characteristically, erosion without corrasion. In contrast to all other

    aspects of erosion, transportation processes occupy a secondary role; with

    exceptions the actual movement of material on slopes does not of itself lead to the

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    production of further removable material. The exceptions, significantly, occur at

    extreme positions, where the acceleration is such that falling rocks strike off

    splinters; where transportation is catastrophic, as in land- slides; or where

    increasing amounts of water herald a transformation to fluvial erosion, as in

    sheetfloods. On the majority of slopes transportation processes can only influence

    weathering processes in a negative manner; they are unable to increase the

    production of removable material though they may, by their inefficiency, bring about

    a decrease. Slope erosion is by far the least efficient means of landscape reduction;

    if it were not so, diversification of the terrain would more closely reflect structure and

    endo-genetic activity transporting agents on the slopes are performing below

    capacity (Culling, 2011).

    Conceptual framework. The main purpose of this study was to assess the

    use of Coconet Reinforcement for soil erosion prevention.

    The parameter of this study covers the properties of the Coconet

    Reinforcement that helps to prevent soil erosion in terms of the thickness of the

    Coconet used, the unit weight, number of twines in Crosswise direction, number of

    twines in Lengthwise direction and the water absorption. The Maintenance System

    and Problems met related to the used of the Coconet.

    Figure 1 presents the conceptual framework of the study.

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    Figure 1. Conceptual Framework of the Study

    Maintenance System

    Problems met related to the used of the Coconet.

    Properties of the Coconet

    Thickness of the Coconet;

    Unit weight

    Number of twines in Crosswise direction

    Number of twines in Lengthwise direction

    Water absorpton

    Improved Soil Erosion Prevention Scheme.

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    Importance of the Study

    The researcher believes that this study will be the utmost importance to the

    following:

    Barangay officials. The results of this study will provide barangay officials

    responsibility on their society that the heavy rains may arise, the Coconet

    reinforcement with no plants grown is at risk. Landslide may happen.

    Residents. The result of this study will give awareness to the residents the

    capacity of the Coconet that anytime when heavy rain occurs, major disaster may

    happen and worst can kill other peoples lives.

    Future researchers. They will have this study as their reference in making

    their own research study on coconet reinforcement and can improve more sufficient

    and effective soil erosion prevention scheme.

    Scope and Delimitations of the Study

    The study covered only the soil erosion prevention using coconet

    reinforcement at Brgy. Sabang, Naval, Biliran.

    The study will be confined to the Department of Public Works and Highways.

    The main information in this study will be the Planning Section of the Department of

    Public Works and Highways Office where all the reliable and needed data of the

    Coconet Reinforcement are systematically stored and gathered.

    Definition of Terms

    The terms used in this study will conceptually and operationally defined as

    follows:

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    Coconet reinforcement. Any coconut coil fiber-based material such as

    Coconets, Cocologs, Coco peat, placed in sloping lands and embankments to hold

    the vulnerable soil and permit vegetative growth to control surface erosion and

    conserve the productivity of the soil.

    Soil Erosion. Soil erosion is a naturally occurring process that affects all

    landforms most especially slope lands like from the Brgy. Sabang wherein due to

    torrential rains the Coconet broke down that leads to major soil erosion that made

    the problem worse. The major problem of the landslide is the stiffness of the soil,

    wherein it was like a wall of soil that is prone for land erosion even if moderate rain

    occurs.

    Review of Related Literature

    This chapter presents the readings and studies related for this study. The

    readings will be taken from books, articles in periodicals and journals, while the

    cited related literature below will be based on computer researches as reported in

    research journals, thesis and dissertations.

    The relation between the rate at which the parent rock is reduced by

    weathering and the rate at which the products of weathering are removed provides

    a means of describing and classifying the properties and behavior of slopes subject

    to erosion. The two modes of erosion interact over a continuous range; at one

    extreme the influence of weathering is predominant, and the surface of the

    landscape is covered with a thick layer of weathered rock material; at the other

    extreme the agents of transportation are capable of stripping a slope bare of all

    removable rock fragments.

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    Within the transition zone the subordinate mode qualifies the performance of

    the major by reducing it below the potential set by the given conditions. In neither

    case can the action of one mode accelerate the activity of the other above the

    potential asset, and to reach this level will require the elimination of the other mode

    as an effective agent of erosion. In slope erosion we are concerned with a minimal

    process of a type common to many fields of study, pedology (Liebigs law of the

    minimum), chemical kinetics, and especially economic theory. In fact, by regarding

    the agents of transportation as the creators of a demand for weathered material and

    weathering as a means of supplying transportable material, denudation of the

    landscape can be reduced to a problem of supply and demand (Culling, 2011)..

    The rate of weathering depends upon a host of conditions so that its range of

    variation is considerable, while the variation itself is liable to rapid, if not

    discontinuous, change both spatially and temporally. This is in marked contrast to

    the variables involved in the rate of material transport, especially where, as on soil-

    covered slopes, they may be regarded as continuous and of limited variation. If

    denudation were merely a matter of transportation, a great deal of 230 the diversity

    would be lost to the landscape. On the other hand, the existence of regular surfaced

    landforms implies that transporting processes are able to assume a predominant

    role. On surfaces of low relief and adequate rainfall, soil creep is the responsible

    transport agent and supplies the dominant mode of denudation, with the result that

    structure is masked by regularity of surface form. It is only when dissection

    increases slope declivity, so increasing the effective demand of the transporting

    agents up to the level of supply, which variations in rock resistance are able to

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    make themselves felt. A structurally determined landscape is one in which the

    transporting agents on the slopes are performing below capacity (Culling, 2011).

    A series of laboratory model tests on a strip footing supported by sand

    reinforced by randomly distributed Coir fiber and mesh elements was conducted in

    order to compare the results with those obtained from unreinforced sand and with

    each other. For conducting the model tests, uniforms and was compacted in the test

    box at its optimum moisture content and maximum dry density. Three types of

    reinforcement, two sizes of mesh elements having the same opening size and one

    size of fiber element cut from the meshes, were used in varying amounts in the

    tests (Wasti and Butun, 1996).

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    Chapter II

    METHODOLOGY

    This chapter describes the design, methods, and procedures used in the

    conduct of the research. It includes the descriptions of the research design,

    research locale, data gathering procedures, and analysis of data gathered.

    Research Design

    This study utilized the descriptive-survey questionare design as the main

    technique focusing on the assessment of soil erosion prevention using Coconet

    Reinforcement at Brgy. Sabang, Naval, Biliran.

    Research Locale

    This study will be directed in the office of the DPWH-Biliran located at

    Barangay Calumpang, Naval, Biliran Province.

    Research Subject

    The research subject in this study is the DWH personnel where all the data

    were gathered.

    Research Instrument

    The data gathering instrument used for this research was the researcher-

    made assessment sheet to serve as the basis in evaluating the Properties of

    Coconet Used The evaluation used in the study was designed and made according

    to the objectives of the study. However, adjustment and modification will be made

    by the researcher in order to suit to the needs of the proposed research.

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    Data Gathering Procedure

    In order to gather the necessary data, permission to conduct the study, which

    include the permission to use some documents where some information could be

    gathered is from the DPWH personnel, and the permission to administer the

    assessment sheet will be sought from the Dean of the College of Engineering.

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    Chapter III

    RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

    This chapter presents the discussion of the data generated as articulated in

    the objectives. The first section describes the basic information of the physical

    properties of the Coconet that helps to prevent soil erosion. The second section

    describes the maintenance system applied on the Coconet Reinforcement. Third

    section describes the problems encountered related to the use of Coconet

    Reinforcement for soil erosion prevention. The fourth section describes the

    proposed soil erosion prevention scheme for the soil erosion prevention.

    Profile of the Coconet

    The Coconet used in Brgy. Sabang, Naval, Biliran was the Coconet 400

    wherein the water absorption is 163 Min, the uppermost among all water absorption

    percentage in the three kinds of Coconet, meaning it has the strongest capacity to

    prevent soil erosion . Table 1 below indicates the physical properties of the

    Coconet.

    Table 1. Physical Properties of Coconet

    PropertiesCoconet

    400

    Thickness of the Coconet 400 mm

    Unit Weight 1 g/m 400+20

    Number of twines in Crosswise Direction 40 Min

    Number of twines in Lengthwise Direction 40 Min

    Water Absorption 163 Min

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    Maintenance System Applied

    Engr. Alfredo L. Bollido, Chief of Maintenance Section of The Department of

    Public Works and Highways BDEO articulates that there was no maintenance

    system applied on the said reinforcement only that they embedded the deeply

    rooted grasses specifically the vetiver grasses wherein the roots can hold the soil

    much better than the usual. Planting vetiver grass would have an immediate impact

    on erosion. The other important function of vetiver grass is it forms a windbreak to

    slow the force of winds sweeping up the bare hillside, so that native grass and herb

    seeds would not be blown away and have a rapid growth of native ground covers

    that provides the second line of defense against erosion.

    Problems Encountered

    On July 20, 2014 the entire Province of Biliran where hit by the Typhoon

    Henry that brought torrential rains cause severe flooding in the Municipality of

    Almeria as well as the Municipality of Naval. The typhoon also causes major

    landslide along the National Road of Biliran and one of those is the Coconet

    Reinforcement in Brgy. Sabang, Naval, BIliran. (Bandila, ABS-CBN News, July 21,

    2014)

    According to BiliranIsland.com (July 21, 2014) the rain experienced in

    Municipality of Almeria (where Brgy. Sabang is nearest to) raised up to 26.67mm

    the highest rainfall level in the entire Province, thus the Coconet Reinforcement in

    Brgy. Sabang didnt carry the torrential rain. The reinforcement broke down and

    cause major landslide.

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    New Soil Erosion Prevention Scheme

    The National Office of DPWH, introduced to its DPWH Regional offices

    nationwide the use Bio-Engineering Solution the Coconet Reinforcement as an

    alternative way to prevent soil erosion. Yet the lifespan of the said reinforcement

    can stay up to 2-4 years only. So, the DPWH Biliran District Engineering Office,

    go back to its widely used soil erosion prevention scheme the use of Retaining Wall,

    it is expensive yet long-lasting. Here are 5 benefits in installing a concrete retaining

    wall: provides functional support for keeping soil in place; prevent sink holes and

    eliminating the eye sore of dirt piles and hills; helpful in preventing flooding; reduces

    maintenance and prevents erosion; and prevent damage to property or surrounding

    structures.

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    Chapter IV

    SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDTATION

    The study aimed to assess the soil erosion prevention using Coconet

    Reinforcement in Brgy. Sabang, Naval, Biliran; determine the maintenance system

    applied on the Coconet Reinforcement; propose a new soil erosion prevention

    scheme for the soil erosion prevention in Brgy. Sabang, Naval, Biliran; and

    ascertain the problems met related to the use of Coconet Reinforcement for soil

    erosion prevention

    Summary of Findings

    1. The physical properties of the Coconet were thickness of the Coconet 400

    mm; Unit Weight 1 g/m^2 is 400+20; number of twines in crosswise direction is 40

    Min; number of twines in lengthwise direction is 40 Min; and Water Absorption is

    163 Min.

    2. There was no maintenance system applied to the reinforcement only that

    they embedded the deeply rooted grasses specifically the vetiver grasses wherein

    the roots can hold the soil much better than the usual.

    3. The Coconet Reinforcement broke down last July 21, 2014 due torrential

    rains brought by Typhoon Henry that cause major landslide in that area.

    4. The DPWH BDEO go back to the use of Retaining Wall for it is finest

    slope protection that could last up for years.

    Conclusion

    Based on the aforesaid findings of the study, the following conclusions were

    drawn:

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    1. The use of Coconet Reinforcement could only stay up to 2-4 years. It is

    not economical for lifetime slope protection because it is not suitable to change the

    said reinforcement years after years, big amount would be spent for. However, if

    using retaining wall, it may be much expensive than the Coconet, it could last up for

    years.

    Recommendations

    Based on the findings and conclusion of the study, the researcher advances

    the following recommendation:

    1. To achieve the costeffective soil erosion prevention I can acclaim the use

    of Retaining Wall, it has a strong foundation, strong materials and heavy-duty. And

    if theres maintenance system applied on the Retaining Wall, we can realize the

    picture-perfect soil erosion prevention scheme. Yes, it may be very expensive but

    the effect is reasonable.

    The use of Coconet Reinforcement is upright for it is Bio Engineering, its just that

    not that long lasting not good for lifetime protection wherein it can only stay up to 2-

    4 years. The use of Coconet Reinforcement in Brgy. Sabang, Naval, Biliran was not

    able to satisfy the soil erosion prevention wherein it broke down due to torrential

    rain, yes it justify the lifespan because the Coconet has able to protect for three

    years but not economical because

    So to achieve the costeffective soil erosion prevention I can acclaim the use

    of Retaining Wall, it has a strong foundation, strong materials and heavy-duty. And

    if theres maintenance system applied on the Retaining Wall, we can realize the

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    picture-perfect soil erosion prevention scheme. Yes, it may be very expensive but

    the effect is reasonable!

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    LITERATURES CITED

    W. E. H. Culling; Theory of Erosion on Soil Covered Slopes, yr. 2011, pp 231

    232

    DPWH; DPWH Standard Generic Specifications for Coconet Bio-EngineeringSolution, Item 622

    Ganchero & Manapol; Coco Technologies: Providing Livelihood Opportunities forPoor Coconut Farmers through Value Adding, yr 2007, pp 11 12

    Mapa; Coconut Fibre: A Biodegradable Soil Erosion Control, Year 2012

    Mervin M. Cereno, Fibor J. Tan and Francis Aldrine A. Uy 2011; Combined

    Hydroseeding and Coconet Reinforcement for Soil Erosion Control, Pages214 215

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    APPENDICES

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    September 25, 2014

    ENGR. ALFREDO L. BOLLIDOChief, Maintenance SectionDPWH - BDEONaval, Biliran Province

    Sir:

    Greetings!

    The undersigned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering student of Naval

    State University is conducting a research entitled: Assessment of Soil Erosion

    Prevention using Coconet Reinforcement in Brgy. Sabang, Naval, Biliran as one of

    the requirements of our subject RES 513 (CE Research/Thesis)

    In accord to this, I would like to ask from your good office the data

    concerning the profile of the Coconet, the maintenance system applied, the

    problems encountered of the Coconet and the new soil erosion prevention scheme

    for the soil erosion prevention.

    These data will give a huge contribution to make my study successful.

    Thank you very much and God bless.

    Sincerely yours,

    (SGD) KIM NELSON S. AREGLO

    Researcher

    Noted by:

    ROSSINI B. ROMERO, Ph.,D

    Dean of College of Engineering

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    Evaluation Sheet for the Coconet Reinforcement

    Instruction. Please feel free in answering the questionnaire. Your answer will behighly appreciated. Please supply the needed data by filling up thelines or by checking the space provided below.

    I. Profile of the Coconet.A. Thickness of the Coconet:__ 400 mm__ 700 mm__ 900 mm

    B. Unit Weight 1 g/m^2

    __ 400+20__ 700+35__ 900+45

    C. Number of twines in Crosswise Direction__ 40 Min__ 40 Min__ 70 Min

    D. Number of twines in Lengthwise Direction

    __ 40 Min__ 70 Min__ 70 Min

    E. Water Absorption, %__ 163 Min__ 146 Min__ 132 Min

    II. Maintenance System Applied

    A. Have you conducted a maintenance system on the CoconetReinforcement?

    __Yes __ No

    B. What is the maintenance system applied?

    __ Re-installing of Coconets when it breaks__ Grass Seeding

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    __ Deeply Rooted Grasses__ Others

    _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    C. How often do you conduct the maintenance?

    __ Monthly __ Annually __ Semi- Annually

    D. __ Others_____________________________________________________________

    __________________________________________________________________

    _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    III. New Soil Erosion Prevention Scheme_____________________________________________________________

    ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    IV. Problems Encountered_____________________________________________________________

    ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    _________________________________________________________________________________________

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    KIM NELSON S. AREGLO

    Address: Brgy. Atipolo, Naval, BiliranContact Number: 09484687080

    Email Address: [email protected]

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    PERSONAL INFORMATION:

    Sex : MaleAge : 20 years oldHeight : 57Weight : 75 kilos

    Date of Birth : November 1, 1993Place of Birth : Biliran Provincial HospitalCivil Status : SingleNationality : FilipinoReligion : Roman Catholic

    EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

    College : Bachelor of Science in Civil EngineeringNAVAL STATE UNIVERSITYNaval, Biliran Province

    2010 Present

    High School : CATHEDRAL SCHOOL OF LA NAVALNaval, Biliran2006 2010

    Elementary : Atipolo Elementary SchoolAtipolo, Naval, Biliran2000 2006

    MEMBERSHIP IN ORGANIZATION:

    Philippine Institute of Civil EngineersNSU, Naval, Biliran

    NSU- Olds Cool DancersNSU-Cultural, Naval, Biliran

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    TRAININGS AND SEMINARS ATTENDED

    Transnational Education SystemNaval State University

    Naval, BiliranSeptember 6-7, 2013

    WORK EXPERIENCE

    On-Job-Trainee, CTC Construction and SuppliesLupa, Naval, Biliran

    April June, 2014