Armour stone is not only cosmetically pleasing, but also very sturdy due to its size and weight. This type of stone is a great choice for medium-to-large erosion control walls (break walls), giving you not only long lasting protection from the elements, but also a beautiful, natural looking shoreline you'll be proud to show off.
We strategically place armour stone rocks, ranging from 2,000 to 10,000 pounds, to separate your property from the waves. Armour stone also acts as a natural drainage system, allowing the water to gently flow back out to sea and keeping your break wall stronger for longer.
Warkentin Fabricating specializes in building both steel and armour stone break walls to protect your property from erosion and the harsh conditions of our great lakes. With ever changing climate conditions, land erosion has become an ever increasing issue facing waterfront property owners. Protect your investment and add even more beauty to your shoreline to enjoy for years
We drive steel sheet pilings into the ground to prevent undermining by wave scour. Scour is the removal of granular material near marine structures, which occurs due to hydrodynamic forces. The depth and rate of scour is exponentially increased when waves and currents exist in the water body due to the addition of wave breaking, reflection, and diffraction. Wave scour can weaken the erosion control structure, causing it to weaken and lean. By driving steel sheet pilings deep into the ground and welding tie back rods every 10 feet, our break walls are as sturdy and structurally sound as possible.
Complete the look and functionality of your new shoreline with many extras. Steel jetties, docks for your boat complete with ramps and lifts, stairs to access the beach from either the break wall or from the top of the bluff, a landing/seating area for you to enjoy the magnificent view, and so many more. No matter what your vision, our team will deliver the results you're after to enjoy your new-look shoreline.
Contact us today to discuss the shoreline look and protection you've been looking for.
