Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans for Construction Activities

WHAT CAN I FIND ON THIS WEBSITE?

• Developing Your Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan: A Guide for Construction Sites
• SWPPP Templates
• Sample Inspection Form
• Example SWPPPs
• Key Resources
• Selected State BMP/Guidance Manuals

Developing Your Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan: A Guide for Construction Sites [PDF - 2.62 MB - 50 pp] - This guidance manual is intended as a helpful reference for construction site operators who must prepare a SWPPP in order to obtain NPDES permit coverage for their stormwater discharges. It describes the SWPPP development process and provides helpful guidance and tips for developing and implementing an effective SWPPP. In addition, the guide provides customizable SWPPP templates and a sample inspection report, in Microsoft Word format. This Guide may be used by construction site operators anywhere in the U.S. The SWPPP Template and Inspection form should be customized to meet the requirements in the applicable State Construction General Permit.

• SWPPP Template - Authorized States [WORD - 570 KB - 40 pp] - Customizable SWPPP template for construction site operators. For use in the 45 states and territories that are authorized to implement the NPDES Permits program. (Revised October 2, 2007)
• SWPPP Template - Unauthorized States [WORD - 570 KB - 40 pp] - Customizable SWPPP template for construction site operators in unauthorized states, territories, and Indian Country (Alaska, District of Columbia, Idaho, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Puerto Rico, most other territories, and Indian Country lands), where EPA is the NPDES permitting authority. (Revised October 2, 2007)
• Sample Inspection Report Template [WORD - 115 KB - 4 pp] - A helpful tool to aid you in completing construction site inspections, this sample inspection report is in Microsoft Word format, so you can easily modify it to suit your construction site. (Revised October 2, 2007)

Example SWPPPs

These example SWPPPs were developed (using hypothetical sites and conditions) to serve as examples for the construction industry. They utilize the SWPPP Template (above) and follow EPA’s Construction General Permit. These examples should be used for educational or training purposes only. Construction site SWPPPs must be developed following the requirements of the applicable state or EPA Construction General Permit and describe the specific conditions of the site and plans for development.

• Medium-Sized (~20-acre) Residential Subdivision
• Example SWPPP [PDF - 1.57 MB - 73 pp]
• Appendices

• Small Commercial Site (< 5 acres)
• Example SWPPP [PDF - 1.04 MB - 56 pp]
• Appendices

Key Resources

• Webcast: Construction SWPPPs from A to Z: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know and More! - This EPA webcast focuses on the key elements of developing an effective SWPPP and summarizes EPA's new SWPPP Guide for construction sites. This webcast also includes a discussion of common problems found during construction site inspections.
• Webcast: Stormwater Phase II: Developing an Effective Municipal Stormwater Management Program For Construction Sites (Construction 101) - This EPA webcast reviews the basic elements necessary to build an effective municipal program for construction site stormwater management. It also discusses some of the basics of proper BMP implementation and how to conduct effective inspections.
• Construction Industry Compliance Assistance Center - Plain language explanations of environmental rules for the construction industry. Links to stormwater permits and technical manuals for all 50 states.
• National Menu of Best Management Practices for NPDES Stormwater Phase II - The Construction Section of this Menu contains dozen of fact sheets on applicable construction site BMPs. Controlling stormwater runoff pollution requires a suite of BMPs working together and this Menu will help you determine which BMPs are most suitable for your site.
• EPA's Construction General Permit - If your construction site is located in an area where EPA is the permitting authority, you may obtain NPDES permit coverage under this construction general permit (CGP). This page provides information on filing a Notice of Intent (NOI) and other helpful information and resources.
• Managing Your Environmental Responsibilities: A Planning Guide for Construction and Development [PDF - 2.3 MB - 255 pp] - Produced by EPA, this document will help you comply with a variety of environmental regulations at every stage of your construction project.
• International Erosion Control Association - Non-profit educational organization working to educate and connect its membership of erosion and sediment control consultants, contractors, academics, corporations, and businesspersons. The website offers information on certifications for stormwater and erosion and sediment control professionals.
• Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control - Certification program to become a recognized specialist in soil erosion and sediment control.

State BMP/Guidance Manuals

• Kentucky Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Field Guide - Easy to read field guide describing erosion and sediment control BMP selection and installation.
• Minnesota Stormwater Construction Inspection Guide [PDF - 5.8 MB - 35 pp] - Manual designed to assist municipal construction inspectors in the procedures for conducting a compliance inspection at construction sites.
• California Stormwater Quality Association’s Construction Handbook - Provides general guidance for selecting and implementing BMPs, and developing and implementing SWPPPs. While not specific to climate or geographic locations within California, it gives the framework for an informed selection of BMPs based on site conditions.
• Delaware Erosion and Sediment Control Handbook [PDF - 40 MB - 689 pp] - This extensive handbook provides thorough explanations of erosion and sediment control principles, as well as standards and specifications for construction BMPs. Included are design guides and application guides for a few practices.
• Western Washington Stormwater Management Manual – Volume II – Construction Stormwater Pollution Prevention - Advocates various site design principles, construction techniques, source controls, flow control facilities and treatment facilities. Users include land developers, development engineers, businesses, and local government. Anyone needing guidance on sediment and erosion control at construction sites in Western Washington or similar wet climates will find it useful.
• Eastern Washington Stormwater Management Manual - Guidance document addressing stormwater design and management in more arid climates.

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Last updated on February 26, 2008 5:01 PM
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