Construction and Industrial Stormwater Services
for Midland, TX; Odessa, TX; Hobbs, NM; Carlsbad, NM; Abilene, TX; San Angelo, TX; Lubbock, TX; Dallas, TX; Fort Worth, TX; Lafayette, LA & the Surrounding Areas
Construction and industrial stormwater runoff can contain pollutants like sediment, oil, heavy metals, and nutrients and is regulated to protect water quality. Both construction sites (disturbing one or more acres) and many types of industrial facilities must obtain permits, implement Best Management Practices (BMPs), and often conduct monitoring. Key components of management include preventing runoff from leaving the site, controlling erosion, and treating the water before it is discharged.
Construction Stormwater
- Permitting: Most construction sites that disturb one or more acres are required to have a permit. Some states have lower thresholds, such as New York's requirement for sites disturbing 20,000 square feet or more, or creating 5,000 square feet of impervious area.
- Pollutants: Sediment is a major concern, as it can cloud water, harm aquatic life, and impede navigation. Other pollutants include nutrients and chemicals.
- Management: Implementing erosion and sediment control BMPs is crucial. Examples include using silt fences, sediment basins, and maintaining vegetative cover where possible to prevent soil from washing into waterways.
Industrial Stormwater
- Permitting: Facilities in certain industries, such as heavy manufacturing, mining, or transportation, are required to have a stormwater permit. These are often covered under a Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP).
- Pollutants: Stormwater can be contaminated by a variety of industrial activities, including spills or leaks of oils, chemicals, and other substances, and other pollutants like heavy metals.
- Management: Industrial sites need to prevent pollutants from coming into contact with stormwater. This involves using measures like covered storage, containment systems, and regular cleaning of equipment and work areas. Treatment systems may also be necessary for facilities with high levels of contaminants.
Both Construction and Industrial Stormwater
- Regulation: Both types of activities are regulated under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Permits and regulations are often administered at the state level, with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) setting the national framework.
- BMPs: Both sectors rely on a combination of structural and non-structural BMPs to manage runoff. These can include things like detention ponds, oil-water separators, and good housekeeping practices.
- Monitoring and Training: Facilities are often required to monitor their discharges and train personnel to ensure compliance with the permit requirements.
Whether your business has to deal with construction stormwater, industrial stormwater, or both, the knowledgeable pros at eTech Environmental & Safety Solutions can help you design and implement an effective management program. We serve Odessa, TX; Midland, TX; Hobbs, NM; Carlsbad, NM; Dallas, TX; Fort Worth, TX; Houston, TX; Lubbock, TX; Abilene, TX; San Angelo, TX; Lafayette, LA; and the surrounding areas. Get in touch with us to make an appointment.
