Maintenance of Deployed Big Bags USA Systems

Big Bags USA flood barriers provide lightning fast flood protection at a fraction of the cost. Our innovative technology has earned its rank in the Top Ten Flood Barriers list.  Big Bags USA barriers are rated for over 2,200 hours of direct sunlight. Our sand-filled demonstration systems displayed outside of the factory remain uncompromised after 10 years of exposure to the elements.  Although our flood barriers are created to withstand the elements, they need regular maintenance to stay in top condition!

Maintenance of Deployed Systems


Big Bags USA flood barriers are comprised of the highest in ultra-violet protection
woven directly into Big Bags USA polypropylene sandbags. Should water penetrate Big
Bags USA both sides and bottom weave of systems and are woven to allow access
moisture to drain away. Little to no maintenance should be required. However,
monitoring and preventive maintenance are the best way to insure the integrity of your
flood barrier. DRIPS, LLC recommends these tips for a long lasting barrier.
  1. Monitor water levels and add additional levels of barriers BEFORE overtopping occurs 
  2. Do NOT allow flood debris to collect on or around the barrier structure. (This may allow for debris to wear holes in the barrier weave or possible build-up may cause undesired water flows) 
  3. Extra monitoring is recommended in areas with free flowing ice or where below freezing temperatures exists. 
  4. Should an area of your barrier breach Drips, LLC recommends placing additional system(s) directly behind the problematic area. Allow at least double the width of the area on both sides of breach. 

Big Bags USA is NOT a permanent solution or structure.  However, our flood barrier systems are the perfect traditional sandbag alternative.  Training and organization of labor is greatly reduced using the Big Bags USA barrier compared to conventional sandbags. Effectively utilizing a smaller unskilled labor force creates a larger margin in budgeting and mitigation compared to conventional a sandbags barrier. Contact us today at 800-337-0537 about adding the Big Bags USA System to your emergency response plan!

If you have an immediate need for our systems, or have any questions for us, please Call us Toll Free at 1-800-337-0537 or visit www.BigBagsUSA.com.


D.R.I.P.S.
Disaster Relief & Innovative
Protection Systems, LLC
(573) 480-6699

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Location: Camdenton, MO 65020, USA

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