Sandbags are sacks made of heavy-duty woven material, usually burlap or polypropylene, that are filled with sand or soil and used for a variety of purposes, primarily as a form of flood control. They are commonly used to create temporary barriers or walls to divert floodwaters away from homes, businesses, and other buildings in areas prone to flooding. Sandbags can also be used to stabilize and reinforce levees, dams, and other water-retaining structures.
In addition to their use in flood control, sandbags are also used in military and defense applications as a form of protection against enemy fire or as a weight for anchoring equipment or structures. They are also used in construction and landscaping to create retaining walls or to fill gaps in walls or structures.
The effectiveness of sandbags depends on their proper placement and the quality of the sand or soil used to fill them. Sandbags should be stacked in a pyramid shape with overlapping layers, and the bags should be tightly packed to prevent water from seeping through. Sandbags are a low-tech and relatively inexpensive solution for managing floodwaters, and they remain a widely used and effective tool for protecting property and infrastructure in flood-prone areas.
Rothco’s Sandbags are 27″ X 16″ polypropylene material with a draw string closure. Perfect for emergency situations like flooding and hurricanes.