Buy durable 2×1×1 gabion baskets with 3mm galvanized wire—ideal for erosion control, retaining walls, flood management, and riverbank stabilization. Built for strength and longevity.
Gabions are wire mesh cages filled with stones, commonly used in civil and environmental engineering for erosion control, slope stabilization, and water management. In small stream environments, gabions function effectively as fish screens, helping manage aquatic life by filtering flow while maintaining habitat integrity.
One of their specialized uses includes gabion stepped weirs, which are frequently applied in river training and flood control. The stepped configuration increases energy dissipation within the water channel, helping to reduce flow velocity and downstream erosion. This makes gabion weirs particularly effective in managing turbulent flows in natural and engineered waterways.
A gabion wall is a type of retaining wall created by stacking stone-filled gabions. These walls are typically constructed with a backward angle (battered) or designed to follow the slope through a stepped pattern, enhancing structural stability and reducing pressure buildup. Gabion walls offer high permeability, making them ideal for areas where water drainage and environmental blending are important.
The lifespan of a gabion structure depends on the quality and durability of the wire mesh—not the stones inside. While galvanized steel wire is most commonly used, PVC-coated and stainless steel wires are preferred for added longevity in harsh environments. Properly coated gabions, such as PVC-coated galvanized wire, have been known to last up to 60 years, with some manufacturers providing structural warranties of 50 years.
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These gabion units are engineered to perform in both structural and environmental applications, offering long-term reliability in infrastructure and landscaping projects.