Distributing
educational materials and performing outreach to inform
citizens about the impacts polluted storm water runoff
discharges can have on water quality.
Providing opportunities
for citizens to participate in program development and
implementation, including effectively publicizing public
hearings and/or encouraging citizen representatives on a
storm water management panel.
Developing and
implementing a plan to detect and eliminate illicit
discharges to the storm sewer system (includes
developing a system map and informing the community
about hazards associated with illegal discharges and
improper disposal of waste).
Developing, implementing,
and enforcing an erosion and sediment control program
for construction activities that disturb one or more
acres of land (controls could include silt fences and
temporary storm water detention ponds).
Developing,
implementing, and enforcing a program to address
discharges of post-construction storm water runoff from
new development and redevelopment areas. Applicable
controls could include preventative actions such as
protecting sensitive areas (e.g., wetlands) or the use of
structural BMPs such as grassed swales or porous pavement.
Developing and
implementing a program with the goal of preventing or
reducing pollutant runoff from municipal operations. The
program must include municipal staff training on
pollution prevention measures and techniques (e.g.,
regular street sweeping, reduction in the use of
pesticides or street salt, or frequent catch-basin
cleaning).
For Additional Information
Contact:
U.S. EPA Office of Wastewater Management
Internet:
http://cfpub.epa.gov/npdes/home.cfm?program_id=6
Phone: 202-564-9545
Reference Documents:
Storm Water Phase II Final Rule Fact Sheet Series
Internet:
http://cfpub1.epa.gov/npdes/stormwater/swfinal.cfm
Storm
Water Phase II Final Rule (64 FR 68722)
Internet:
http://www.epa.gov/npdes/regulations/phase2.pdf
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