Stormwater regulatory documents are official permits and guidelines issued by state or federal environmental agencies to control and manage stormwater discharges. They ensure that stormwater runoff, which can carry pollutants, is properly managed to protect water quality and public health. These documents include:
- Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permits: These apply to municipalities and urbanized areas, controlling stormwater runoff from streets, parking lots, and other urban surfaces to mitigate pollution and flooding.
- Industrial Stormwater Permits: These govern stormwater discharges from industrial facilities, requiring pollution prevention measures to minimize contamination from industrial processes.
These regulatory documents specify requirements such as best management practices (BMPs), monitoring, reporting, and maintenance to minimize the environmental impact of stormwater runoff. They are foundational tools for compliance, pollution control, and water resource protection in the Great Plains region and beyond.
US EPA Permits
Construction Stormwater
EPA Construction Stormwater Discharges