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Construction Site Controls
Construction site stormwater controls are required for sites disturbing one or more acres of land. These practices must be properly selected, installed, and maintained to be effective.
Erosion Prevention
Measures to prevent soil erosion at construction sites.
Soil Stabilization
- Temporary seeding and mulching
- Erosion control blankets
- Surface roughening
- Soil binders and tackifiers
Runoff Control
- Diversion berms and channels
- Slope drains
- Check dams
- Energy dissipators
Sediment Control
Methods to capture and retain sediment on-site.
Perimeter Controls
- Silt fencing installation
- Fiber rolls deployment
- Buffer zones
- Storm drain inlet protection
Settling Practices
- Sediment basins
- Sediment traps
- Dewatering practices
- Filter bags
Site Management
Administrative and operational practices for construction sites.
Planning & Documentation
- SWPPP development
- Inspection procedures
- Record keeping
- Training requirements
Good Housekeeping
- Material storage practices
- Waste management
- Vehicle tracking control
- Dust control measures
Implementation Requirements
- Regular inspections and maintenance
- Documentation of all BMP installations
- Proper sequencing of control measures
- Employee training on BMP implementation
- Emergency response procedures