Stormwater
Publications

• Stormwater Phase II: Controlling Pollutants in Industrial Stormwater Recommended Control Measure Based on Experiences of the City of Portland, Oregon (PDF) (277KB)

Profiles the requirements for the owner or operator of a Phase I regulated MS4 to monitor and control pollutants in stormwater runoff from industrial facilities. This is not a requirement for the owner or operator of a Phase II regulated small MS4. Profiles the experiences and results of the City of Portland, Oregon, a municipality regulated under Phase I.
Document Type: Case Studies
Date Published: 02/01/2000



• County of San Diego Stormwater Case Study

Various existing County ordinances regulate stormwater discharges. This ordinance will enact new provisions needed to protect water quality and to comply with National Pollution Discharge Elimination Permit Number CAS 0108758.
Document Type: Case Studies
Date Published: 02/15/2002
• Final Document (PDF) (46 pp, 110K)


• Manual (PDF) (107 pp, 225K)


• Tables (PDF) (8 pp, 125K)



• EPA Region 4 Construction General Permit (CGP) (PDF) (1,333KB)

Applies only in areas where EPA Region 4 is the NPDES permitting authority (facilities located on Indian Country lands within the states of Alabama, Florida, Mississippi and North Carolina). Issued on March 10 and becomes effective on May 1, 2004. For other construction sites in the State of Florida, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) has a valid NPDES permit for facilities to receive coverage under. It is no longer necessary for those facilities to apply for coverage under an EPA issued general permit. For more information call FDEP's NOI Center hotline at 866-336-6312 or Mr. Fred Noble of FDEP at 850-245-7522.
Document Type: Example and General Permits
Date Published: 03/10/2004



• Search General Permits

EPA is gathering PDF copies of NPDES general permits and fact sheets for major facilities issued after November 1, 2002. Click here to search and view general permits issued by permit category, state, permit title, or permit number.
Document Type: Example and General Permits
Date Published: 11/01/2002
• Multi-Sector General Permit (2008 MSGP) for Industrial Activities (September 29, 2008)

The final 2008 MSGP was issued on September 29, 2008 in the Federal Register (73 FR 56572). This final 2008 MSGP replaces the previous permit, the 2000 MSGP, which expired on October 30, 2005.
Document Type: Example and General Permits
Date Published: 09/29/2008
• General Fact Sheet (PDF) (2 pp, 72KB)


• Entire Permit (PDF) (247 pp, 2.09MB)


• Permit Fact Sheet (PDF) (147 pp, 828KB)


• Permit - Parts 1-7 (PDF) (51 pp, 793KB)


• Permit - Part 8 (PDF) (93 pp, 1.3MB)


• Permit - Part 9 (PDF) (27 pp, 262KB)


• Appendix A: Definitions, Abbreviations, and Acronyms (PDF) (9 pp, 188KB)


• Appendix B: Standard Permit Conditions (PDF) (11 pp, 203KB)


• Appendix C: Areas Covered (PDF) (5 pp, 547KB)


• Appendix D: Activities Covered (PDF) (7 pp, 255KB)


• Appendix E: Procedures Relating to Endangered Species Protection (PDF) (9 pp, 230KB)


• Appendix F: Procedures Relating to Historic Properties Preservation (PDF) (7 pp, 209KB)


• Appendix G: Notice of Intent (NOI) Form (PDF) (8 pp, 714KB)


• Appendix H: Notice of Termination (NOT) Form (PDF) (4 pp, 67KB)


• Appendix I: Annual Reporting Form (PDF) (7 pp, 424KB)


• Appendix J: Calculating Hardness in Receiving Waters for Hardness Dependent Metals (PDF) (3 pp, 226KB)


• Appendix K: No Exposure Certification Form (PDF) (4 pp, 105KB)



• NPDES General Permit for Stormwater Discharges From Construction Activities (CGP 2012)

The final 2012 CGP was issued on February 16, 2012 in the Federal Register (77 FR 12286). This final 2012 CGP replaces the previous permit, the 2008 CGP, which expired on February 15, 2012.
Document Type: Example and General Permits
Date Published: 02/16/2012
• Entire Permit (PDF) (165 pp, 4.4MB)


• Parts 1 to 9 (PDF) (78 pp, 669K)


• Appendix A: Definitions and Acronyms (PDF) (13 pp, 152K)


• Appendix B: Permit Areas Eligible for Coverage (PDF) (5 pp, 73K)


• Appendix C: Small Construction Waivers and Instructions (PDF) (4 pp, 99K)


• Appendix D: Endangered Species Act Requirements (PDF) (7 pp, 147K)


• Appendix E: Historic Properties Requirements (PDF) (4 pp, 114K)


• Appendix F: List of Tier 3, Tier 2, and Tier 2.5 Waters (PDF) (5 pp, 112K)


• Appendix G: Buffer Guidance (PDF) (24 pp, 1.8MB)


• Appendix H: 2-Year, 24-Hour Storm Frequencies (PDF) (4 pp, 1.7MB)


• Appendix I: Standard Permit Conditions (PDF) (9 pp, 209K)


• Appendix J: Notice of Intent (NOI) Form and Instructions (PDF) (8 pp, 367K)


• Appendix K: Notice of Termination (NOT) Form and Instructions (PDF) (4 pp, 194K)


• Question and Answer (PDF) (8 pp, 124K)


• Fact Sheet (PDF) (135 pp, 1.4MB)


• Short Fact Sheet (PDF) (2 pp, 131K)



• Overview of the Stormwater Program (PDF) (2,000KB)

Guidance providing a general overview of the stormwater program including information on its statutory basis, environmental impacts, the coverage and various applications available under Phase I.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 06/01/1996



• Stormwater Phase II Final Rule Fact Sheet 1.0: An Overview (PDF) (254KB)

Fact sheet that provides a broad overview of the NPDES Stormwater Phase II Final Rule (EPA 833-F-00-001).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/01/2000



• Stormwater Phase II Final Rule Fact Sheet 2.0: Small MS4 Stormwater Program Overview (PDF) (211KB)

Fact sheet that provides and overview of the requirements for small MS4s under the Stormwater Phase II Final Rule (EPA 833-F-00-002).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/01/2000



• Stormwater Phase II Final Rule Fact Sheet 2.3: Public Education and Outreach Minimum Control Measure (PDF) (222KB)

This fact sheet profiles the Public Education and Outreach minimum control measure, one of six measures an operator of a Phase II-regulated small municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) is required to include in its stormwater management program to meet the conditions of its National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) stormwater permit. This fact sheet outlines the Phase II Final Rule requirements and offers some general guidance on how to satisfy them (EPA 833-F-00-005).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/01/2000



• Stormwater Phase II Final Rule Fact Sheet 2.4: Public Participation/Involvement Minimum Control Measures (PDF) (219KB)

This fact sheet profiles the Public Participation/Involvement minimum control measure, one of six measures the operator of a Phase II regulated small municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) is required to include in its stormwater management program to meet the conditions of its National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit. This fact sheet outlines the Phase II Final Rule requirements and offers some general guidance on how to satisfy them (EPA 833-F-00-006).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/01/2000



• Stormwater Phase II Final Rule Fact Sheet 2.5: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Minimum Control Measure (PDF) (262KB)

This fact sheet profiles the Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination minimum control measure, one of six measures the operator of a Phase II regulated small municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) is required to include in its stormwater management program to meet the conditions of its National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit. This fact sheet outlines the Phase II Final Rule requirements and offers some general guidance on how to satisfy them (EPA 833-F-00-007).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/01/2000



• Stormwater Phase II Final Rule Fact Sheet 2.6: Construction Site Runoff Control Minimum Control Measure (PDF) (245KB)

This fact sheet profiles the Construction Site Runoff Control minimum control measure, one of six measures that the operator of a Phase II regulated small municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) is required to include in its stormwater management program to meet the conditions of its National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit. This fact sheet outlines the Phase II Final Rule requirements and offers some general guidance on how to satisfy them (EPA 833-F-00-008).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/01/2000



• Stormwater Phase II Final Rule Fact Sheet 2.7: Post Construction Runoff Control Minimum Control Measure (PDF) (214KB)

This fact sheet profiles the Post-Construction Runoff Control minimum control measure, one of six measures that the operator of a Phase II regulated small municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) is required to include in its stormwater management program to meet the conditions of its National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit. This fact sheet outlines the Phase II Final Rule requirements for post-construction runoff control and offers some general guidance on how to satisfy those requirements (EPA 833-F-00-009).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/01/2000



• Stormwater Phase II Final Rule Fact Sheet 2.8: Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping Minimum Control Measure (PDF) (209KB)

This fact sheet profiles the Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations minimum control measure, one of six measures the operator of a Phase II regulated small municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) is required to include in its stormwater management program to meet the conditions of its National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit. This fact sheet outlines the Phase II Final Rule requirements and offers some general guidance on how to satisfy them (EPA 833-F-00-010).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/01/2000



• Stormwater Phase II Final Rule Fact Sheet 2.9: Permitting and Reporting: The Process and Requirements (PDF) (252KB)

This fact sheet describes the process and requirements of permitting and reporting for small municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4s) operators to meet Stormwater Phase II Rule requirements (EPA 833-F-00-011).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/01/2000



• Stormwater Phase II Final Rule Fact Sheet 2.10:Federal and State Operated MS4s: Program Implementation (PDF) (240KB)

This fact sheet provides information on stormwater Phase II program implementation for federal and state operated MS4s (EPA 833-F-00-012).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/01/2000



• Stormwater Phase II Final Rule Fact Sheet 3.0: Small Construction Program Overview (PDF) (282KB)

This fact sheet provides an overview of the Stormwater Phase II Final Rule Small Construction Program Overview (EPA 833-F-00-013).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/01/2000



• Coastal Zone Act Reauthorization Amendments (CZARA) Program Fact Sheet (TXT) (3KB)

This is a general fact sheet describing EPA's Coastal Nonpoint Pollution Control Program
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: Unknown



• Stormwater Phase II Final Rule Fact Sheet 2.2: Urbanized Areas: Definition and Description (PDF) (263KB)

This fact sheet provides information on what defines an urbanized area under the Phase II final rule for stormwater (EPA 833-F-00-004).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 12/01/1999



• Stormwater Phase II Final Rule Fact Sheet 2.1: Who's Covered? Designation and Waivers of Regulated Small MS4s (PDF) (247KB)

In this fact sheet, the definition of an MS4 and the distinction between small, medium, and large MS4s is reviewed. Conditions under which a small MS4 may be designated as a regulated small MS4, as well as the conditions for a waiver from the Phase II program requirements, are outlined. This fact sheet also attempts to clarify possible implementation issues related to determining one's status as an operator of a regulated small MS4 (EPA 833-F-00-003).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/01/2000



• Stormwater Phase II Final Rule Fact Sheet 4.0: Conditional No Exposure Exclusion for Industrial Activity (PDF) (239KB)

This fact sheet describes the Stormwater Phase II Final Rule Conditional No Exposure Exclusion for Industrial Activity (EPA 833-F-00-015).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/01/2000



• Stormwater Phase II Final Rule Fact Sheet 3.1: Construction Rainfall Erosivity Waiver (PDF) (12 pp, 1.39MB)

This fact sheet profiles the Construction Rainfall Erosivity Waiver (EPA 833-F-00-014).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 03/15/2012



• After the Storm (PDF) (2,848KB)

Provides a broad overview of stormwater pollution, including runoff from residential and commercial properties, farms, construction sites, automotive facilities, forestry operations, and others (EPA 833-B-03-002).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/01/2003


• Spanish Version (PDF) (2 pp, 2,800KB)


• Customizable Version (PDF) (429KB)



• Make Your Home the Solution to Stormwater Pollution Brochure (PDF) (701KB)

This short brochure is targeted directly to homeowners and provides tips on a wide variety of simple things that homeowner's can do to prevent stormwater pollution (EPA 833-B-03-003).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/01/2003


• Customizable Version (PDF) (706KB)



• Poster: Stormwater and the Construction Industry

Great for construction sites of all sizes! You can print this poster on 11x17 or 30 x 40 paper. Side one of this informative poster illustrates proper installation of common sediment and erosion control practices (best management practices). Side two describes the process for developing and implementing a stormwater pollution prevention plan and obtaining permit coverage.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/01/2003
• 30 x 40 Photo and Text Sides of Poster (PDF) (987KB)


• 11 x 17 Photo Side of Poster (PDF) (206KB)


• 11 x 17 Text Side of Poster (PDF) (106KB)


• Customizable 11 x 17 Photo Side of Poster (PDF) (263KB)


• Customizable 11 x 17 Text Side of Poster (PDF) (163KB)


• Customizable 30 x 40 Photo and Text Sides of Poster (PDF) (1,044KB)



• Water Efficient Landscaping (PDF) (1,685KB)

This booklet describes the benefits of water-efficient, low-impact landscaping. It includes examples of successful projects, programs, and contacts (EPA 832-F-02-002). Printed copies are no longer available from EPA.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 09/01/2002



• Door Hanger: "Stormwater Pollution Found in Your Area!" (PDF) (97KB)

Provides a friendly reminder to keep trash, chemicals, and other pollutants out of storm drains. For use by stormwater inspectors and other local officials, in conjunction with illicit discharge elimination systems (EPA 833-F-03-002). Printed copies are no longer available from EPA.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 04/01/2003


• Customizable Version (PDF) (153KB)



• Kid's Stormwater Stickers (PDF) (585KB)

Kids love to collect and trade stickers! There are two pages with 12 colorful stickers that will help kids learn about some key water pollution issues (EPA 833-E-03-001). Printed copies are no longer available from EPA.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 04/01/2003



• Bookmark: "10 Things That You Can Do to Prevent Stormwater Runoff Pollution" (PDF) (368KB)

Great promotional item! This handy bookmark lists 10 simple things anyone can do to prevent stormwater pollution (EPA 841-H-03-003). Printed copies are no longer available from EPA.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 03/01/2003



• Placemat: "Take the Stormwater Challenge" (PDF) (962KB)

Provides a fun learning opportunity for middle school children and can be used to generate classroom discussion or further exploration of water pollution issues (EPA 841-H-03-002). Printed copies are no longer available from EPA.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 03/01/2003


• Customizable Version (PDF) (1,020KB)



• Protecting Water Quality from Urban Runoff (PDF) (241KB)

This fact sheet explains how urbanized areas affect water quality through increased runoff and pollutant loads and what homeowners can do to prevent stormwater pollution (EPA 841-F-03-003).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 03/01/2003



• Cleaning Up Polluted Runoff with the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (PDF) (4 pp, 725KB)

Fact sheet that provides an overview on financing runoff-related projects with the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF). It explains how the SRFs work and provides some brief examples of the kinds of projects that different states have funded (EPA 832-F-03-004).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 03/01/2003



• Innovative Use of Clean Water State Revolving Funds for Nonpoint Source Pollution (PDF) (8 pp, 733KB)

Fact sheet that explains the creative approaches many states have taken to fund nonpoint source runoff projects using the Clean Water State Revolving Fund. Innovative uses include using linked deposit and pass-through loans (EPA 832-F-02-004).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 07/01/2002



• Construction Industry Compliance Assistance Web Site Description (PDF) (1,922KB)

In early 2002, EPA's Office of Compliance (OC) established a national work group to address issues related to the construction industry. The purpose of the work group is to identify existing and planned compliance assistance activities, foster communication among stakeholders, and develop tools to identify and address outstanding compliance needs. This factsheet is a brief description of this web site.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: Unknown



• Environmental Compliance for Automotive Recyclers Web Site Description (PDF) (83KB)

Provides information to help improve automotive facility operations, including industry Best Management Practices (BMPs) and self-audit check-lists. It's an interactive web site that allows users to search by state and activity subject. Provides access to more than 1,200 informative fact sheets on topics such as stormwater management, hazardous waste handling, used tire storage, and wastewater disposal.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: Unknown



• Electronic Notice of Intent (eNOI) Overview (PDF) (36 pp, 3.93MB)

Powerpoint presentation which provides an overview and summary of EPA's Electronic Notice of Intent (eNOI).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 12/01/2003
• [Click here to view in PowerPoint format - 4.78MB ]




• Resource List for Stormwater Management Programs (PDF) (113KB)

List of helpful resources for stormwater program managers. This list of resources is not a comprehensive list, but is meant to highlight EPA's tools and resources to help stormwater programs managers start developing or improve their programs. This list is divided into six sections: general stormwater information, public education and outreach, illicit discharge detection and elimination, construction site runoff control, post-construction site runoff control, and pollution prevention/good housekeeping (EPA 833-F-04-003).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 09/01/2008



• How Do I Get Stormwater Permit Coverage for My Construction Site? A Construction Site Operator’s Guide to EPA’s Stormwater Permit Program (Revised)

This brochure provides construction companies with a brief overview of EPA's Construction General Permit (CGP) and its requirements. It was sent to construction companies to inform them of the need to obtain permit coverage for sites disturbing one acre or more. The brochure contains a summary of the major provisions of the CGP, including areas of coverage, using EPA's new electronic notice of intent system for obtaining permit coverage, developing a stormwater pollution prevention plan, and more (EPA 833-F-04-002). Also available in Spanish (EPA 833-F-04-005). Revised: September 2007. Printed copies are no longer available from EPA.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 02/01/2004
• EPA Version (PDF) (2 pp, 580KB)


• Spanish Version (PDF) (2 pp, 571KB)


• State Version (PDF) (2 pp, 562KB)


• Spanish-State Version (PDF) (2 pp, 557KB)



• Stormwater Structures and Mosquitoes Fact Sheet (PDF) (2 pp, 346KB)

Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 08/01/2005



• The Role of Local Governments in Implementing the NPDES Stormwater Program for Construction Sites

Provides local governments with a brief overview of the NPDES Stormwater Program on construction sites. Local governments can then provide this information to people in the construction industry who might need NPDES permit coverage. Stormwater permits require many operators of construction sites to implement steps to prevent sediment and other pollutants from washing off into nearby streams, rivers, lakes, and coastal waters.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 02/01/2006
• Local Federal Version (PDF) (2 pp, 1,370KB)


• Local State Version (PDF) (2 pp, 1,230KB)


• Customizable State Version (PDF) (2 pp, 1,480KB)



• Region 3 Fact Sheet: Funding Stormwater Programs (PDF) (5 pp, 355KB)

A fact sheet for municipalities on alternatives for funding their stormwater program.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/01/2008



• Region 3 Fact Sheet: Incorporating Environmentally Sensitive Development Into Municipal Stormwater Programs (PDF) (7 pp, 430KB)

A fact sheet for municipalities on how to encourage or require low impact development practices to meet stormwater goals.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/01/2008



• Region 3 Fact Sheet: Evaluating the Effectiveness of Municipal Stormwater Programs (PDF) (6 pp, 350KB)

A fact sheet for municipalities on how to evaluate the effectiveness of their municipal stormwater programs.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/01/2008



• Region 3 Fact Sheet: Understanding Impaired Waters and Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Requirements for Municipal Stormwater Programs (PDF) (5 pp, 620KB)

A fact sheet for municipalities on how to determine if their storm drain system discharges to an impaired waterbody and how to upgrade their stormwater management programs to address the TMDL.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/01/2008



• Industrial Fact Sheet Series for Activities Covered by EPA’s Multi-Sector General Permit (2008 MSGP)

These fact sheets provide a brief summary of the NPDES industrial stormwater permitting program, the types of facilities included in that sector, a summary of typical pollutants associated with each sector, and types of stormwater control measures used to minimize the discharge of those pollutants.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 09/29/2008
• Sector A: Timber Products (PDF) (8 pp, 149KB)


• Sector B: Paper and Allied Products Manufacturing (PDF) (7 pp, 137KB)


• Sector C: Chemical and Allied Products Manufacturing and Refining (PDF) (8 pp, 137KB)


• Sector D: Asphalt Paving and Roofing Materials Manufactures and Lubricant Manufacturers (PDF) (7 pp, 135KB)


• Sector Z: Leather Tanning and Finishing (PDF) (9 pp, 153KB)


• Sector E: Glass, Clay, Cement, Concrete, and Gypsum Product Manufacturing (PDF) (9 pp, 163KB)


• Sector F: Primary Metals (PDF) (13 pp, 166KB)


• Sector G: Metal Mining (Ore Mining and Dressing) (PDF) (13 pp, 162KB)


• Sector H: Coal Mines and Coal Mining-Related Facilities (PDF) (12 pp, 172KB)


• Sector I: Oil and Gas Extraction and Refining (PDF) (8 pp, 139KB)


• Sector J: Mineral Mining and Dressing (PDF) (8 pp, 142KB)


• Sector K: Hazardous Waste Treatment Storage or Disposal (PDF) (8 pp, 155KB)


• Sector L: Landfills and Land Application Sites (PDF) (9 pp, 146KB)


• Sector M: Automobile Salvage Yards (PDF) (9 pp, 148KB)


• Sector N: Scrap Recycling Facilities (PDF) (15 pp, 187KB)


• Sector O: Steam Electric Generating Facilities (PDF) (9 pp, 166KB)


• Sector P: Land Transportation (PDF) (11 pp, 159KB)


• Sector Q: Water Transportation (PDF) (12 pp, 181KB)


• Sector R: Ship and Boat Building and Repair Yards (PDF) (10 pp, 153KB)


• Sector S: Air Transportation (PDF) (9 pp, 153KB)


• Sector T: Treatment Works (PDF) (7 pp, 145KB)


• Sector U: Food and Kindred Products (PDF) (9 pp, 171KB)


• Sector V: Textile Mills, Apparel, and Other Fabric Products (PDF) (8 pp, 139KB)


• Sector W: Furniture and Fixtures (PDF) (7 pp, 133KB)


• Sector X: Printing and Publishing (PDF) (8 pp, 150KB)


• Sector Y: Rubber, Miscellaneous Plastic Products, and Miscellaneous Manufacturing Industries (PDF) (9 pp, 143KB)


• Sector AA: Fabricated Metal Products (PDF) (11 pp, 157KB)


• Sector AB: Transportation Equipment, Industrial and Commercial Machinery (PDF) (8 pp, 154KB)


• Sector AC: Electronic and Electrical Equipment and Components, Photographic and Optical Goods (PDF) (6 pp, 129KB)



• National Research Council Report on Urban Stormwater (PDF) (10,803KB)

EPA requested that the National Research Council (NRC) review its current permitting program for stormwater discharge under the Clean Water Act and provide suggestions for improvement. The broad goals of the study were to better understand the links between stormwater pollutant discharges and ambient water quality, to assess the state of the science of stormwater management, and to make associated policy recommendations.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 10/15/2008



• Final Advance MS4 Questionnaires

The MS4 questionnaires request information on a variety of information. These are the final advance drafts of the questionnaires.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 08/23/2010
• Final Advance Non-Federally Regulated MS4s (PDF) (21 pp, 429KB)


• Final Advance Transportation-Related MS4s (PDF) (51 pp, 899KB)


• Final Advance Regulated MS4s (PDF) (70 pp, 538KB)



• Chesapeake Bay Stormwater Listening Session Presentations

These presentations summarize potential provisions of the stormwater rulemaking with respect to the Chesapeake Bay watershed and environmental justice considerations and potential impacts and benefits that may arise as a consequence of the rulemaking.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 11/12/2010
• Chesapeake Bay Watershed Stormwater and Environmental Justice Flier (PDF) (1 pp, 179K)


• Chesapeake Bay Stormwater Listening Session - Presented in Baltimore, MD. (PDF) (37 pp, 1956KB)


• Chesapeake Bay Watershed Stormwater and Environmental Justice - Presented in Baltimore, MD. (PDF) (35 pp, 2769KB)


• Chesapeake Bay Stormwater Listening Session - Presented in Cambridge, MD. (PDF) (37 pp, 1953KB)


• Chesapeake Bay Watershed Stormwater and Environmental Justice - Presented in Cambridge, MD. (PDF) (35 pp, 2915KB)


• Chesapeake Bay Stormwater Listening Session - Presented in Georgetown, Deleware (PDF) (42 pp, 1.9MB)


• Chesapeake Bay Stormwater Listening Session - Presented in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania (PDF) (36 pp, 2.0MB)


• Chesapeake Bay Watershed Stormwater and Environmental Justice - Presented in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania (PDF) (37 pp, 3.1MB)


• Chesapeake Bay Stormwater Listening Session - Presented in Richmond, Virginia (PDF) (41 pp, 2.0MB)


• Chesapeake Bay Watershed Stormwater and Environmental Justice - Presented in Richmond, Virginia (PDF) (44 pp, 3.1MB)


• Chesapeake Bay Stormwater Listening Session - Presented in Washington, DC. (PDF) (37 pp, 2094KB)


• Chesapeake Bay Watershed Stormwater and Environmental Justice - Presented in Washington, DC. (PDF) (35 pp, 3601KB)



• Short Fact Sheet on Submitting Applications via EPA’s CGP eNOI System (PDF) (2 pp, 163K)

Brief and instructions and FAQ’s for submitting NOI’s for EPA’s 2012 CGP using Central Data Exchange (CDX).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 03/01/2012



• Fact Sheet on Certifying Low Erosivity Waivers (LEW) (PDF) (2 pp, 119K)

Brief instructions for certifying officials to certifying a EPA Low Erosivity Waiver (LEW) via the eNOI system using Central Data Exchange (CDX).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 03/01/2012



• Fact Sheet on Certifying No Exposure Certification (NOE) (PDF) (2 pp, 119K)

Brief instructions for certifying officials to certifying a EPA No Exposure Certification (NOE) via the eNOI system using Central Data Exchange (CDX).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 03/01/2012



• Fact Sheet for Consultants Preparing NOIs (PDF) (2 pp, 101K)

Brief instructions for consultants preparing a EPA Notice of Intent (NOI) via the eNOI system using Central Data Exchange (CDX).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 03/01/2012



• Stormwater Best Management Practices: Concrete Washout

This is a factsheet describing the best management practices for concrete washout.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 03/16/2012
• Concrete Washout BMP Fact Sheet (PDF) (5 pp, 864K)


• Compost for Erosion/Sediment Control (Compost Blankets) (PDF) (7 pp, 140K)


• Controlling Erosion with Compost and Mulch (PDF) (3 pp, 3.1MB)


• Stream Bank Stabilization Utilizing Compost (PDF) (1 pp, 1.1MB)



• How to Access the 2012 CGP Electronic NOI if You Have an Existing CDX Account (PDF) (4 pp, 339K)

Guide to accessing EPA's 2012 CGP eNOI through CDX for users who have an existing CDX account.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 03/26/2012



• How to Access the 2012 CGP Electronic NOI if You Do NOT Have an Existing CDX Account (PDF) (3 pp, 301K)

Guide to accessing EPA's 2012 CGP eNOI through CDX for users who do not have an existing CDX account.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 03/26/2012



• Parking Lot Sealcoat: An Unrecognized Source of Urban Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PDF) (7 pp, 302K)

USGS explains how parking lot sealcoat can add significantly to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) levels in urban runoff.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 11/15/2005



• Draft Framework for Integrated Municipal Planning Approach (PDF) (22 pp, 2.2MB)

Under an integrated approach, EPA and States would use the flexibility of EPA's existing regulations and policies and encourage munipalities to evaluate how best to meet all of their CWA requirements within their financial capability.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 02/17/2012



• Fact sheet on Registering a Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) (PDF) (2 pp, 211K)

Brief instructions for certifying officials to register a multi-sector general permit (MSGP) via the eNOI system using Central Data Exchange (CDX).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 02/23/2012



• Industrial Stormwater Monitoring and Sampling Guide (PDF) (51 pp, 1.1MB)

A how-to primer for industrial facility operators on how to conduct visual and analytical monitoring of stormwater discharges.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 03/01/2009



• Integrated Planning Approach Framework Draft (PDF) (5 pp, 113K)

This framework draft provides guidance for EPA, states and local governments in developing and implementing effective integrated plans.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/13/2012



• Chesapeake Bay Stormwater Rule Fact Sheet (PDF) (2 pp, 514K)

This Fact Sheet provides basic information on stormwater and green infrastructure inlucding specific Chesapeake Bay Watershed stormwater requirments that the EPA is considering.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 07/06/2011



• Transportation-Related Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4s) Questionnaire (10/6/2010) (PDF) (9 pp, 196K)

A brief questionnaire from the Transportation-Related Municipal MS4 teleconference.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 10/06/2010



• Proposed Information Collection Request: Stormwater Management Including Discharges from Newly Developed and Redeveloped Sites (PDF) (2 pp, 39K)

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is planning to submit a proposed Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This is a request for a new collection, and EPA is requesting public comment. EPA will seek approval to distribute three mandatory questionnaires under the authority of the Clean Water Act, to inform a rulemaking to strengthen national stormwater regulations and to establish a comprehensive program to reduce stormwater discharges from newly developed and redeveloped sites.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 10/01/2009



• Proposed Information Collection Request: Stormwater Management Including Discharges from Developed Sites (PDF) (2 pp, 87K)

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a proposed Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. EPA is seeking approval to distribute multiple mandatory questionnaires under the authority of the Clean Water Act to inform a rulemaking to strengthen national stormwater regulations and to establish a comprehensive program to reduce stormwater discharges from developed sites. This is the second opportunity for public comment on the proposed questionnaires, which EPA revised to address comments received during the first Federal Register comment period that ended on December 30, 2009.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 05/01/2010



• Stormwater Information Collection Request (ICR) Fact Sheet (PDF) (8 pp, 149K)

This fact sheet covers frequently asked questions about stormwater ICRs.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 09/01/2010



• Information Collection Request Federal Register Notice (PDF) (3 pp, 53K)

In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), this document announces that EPA is planning to submit a request for a new Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 10/30/2009



• Measurable Goals Guidance for Phase II Small MS4s (PDF) (55 pp, 668K)

This guide is designed to assist small municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) operators to comply with the measurable goals storm water permitting requirements.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 05/15/2002



• NPDES Permitting Authority Questionnaire (PDF) (29 pp, 702K)

This is the final advance copy of the NPDES Permitting Authority Questionnaire.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 08/12/2010



• Construction General Permit Enforcement (PDF) (2 pp, 98K)

This memorandum is to inform you of the pending lack of Construction General Permit (CGP) for construction activities one acre and above and to alert you to the EPA's current position on our civil enforcement response to this situation.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 03/07/2003



• Questions for EPA Concerning the Impact of NRDC v. EPA (PDF) (2 pp, 18K)

Here are six questions and answers on the impact of NRDC v. EPA.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 10/07/2008



• Stormwater Discharges from Developed Sites Long Questionnaire (PDF) (67 pp, 627K)

This is a long questionnaire for owners/developers involved with stormwater discharges from developed sites.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 09/15/2010



• Stormwater Discharges from Developed Sites Short Questionnaire (PDF) (21 pp, 303K)

This is a short questionnaire for owners/developers involved with stormwater discharges from developed sites.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 09/15/2010



• Potential Pollutants Likely Associated with Specific Municipal Facilities (PDF) (1 pp, 128K)

This is a list of potential pollutants associated with various municipality facility activities.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 05/19/2006



• Transportation-Related Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4s) Questionnaire (10/13/2010) (PDF) (2 pp, 97K)

A brief questionnaire from the Transportation-Related Municipal MS4 teleconference.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 10/13/2010



• Post-Construction Stormwater Best Management Practices Research Report (PDF) (285 pp, 19.8MB)

The Tennessee Department of Transportation's report on post-construction stormwater best managment practices (BMPs) research.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 10/17/2007



• Post-Construction Stormwater Standards Summaries (PDF) (144 pp, 2.4MB)

This document summarizes the post‐construction stormwater standards for all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 06/30/2011



• Total Maximum Dail Load Wasteload Allocations Statement (PDF) (2 pp, 108K)

On November 12, 2010, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a memorandum entitled “Revisions to the November 22, 2002 Memorandum “Establishing Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Wasteload Allocations (WLAs) for Storm Water Sources and NPDES Permit Requirements Based on Those WLAs”.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 03/17/2011



• Stormwater Rulemaking Listening Sessions (PDF) (30 pp, 2.7MB)

EPA has initiated a rulemaking to improve its stormwater program. This session will provide the public with an opportunity to learn about and comment on EPA's preliminary stormwater rulemaking considerations.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 02/01/2010



• Workgroup Discussion on EPA Integrated Planning Framework Draft Agenda (PDF) (1 pp, 59K)

This is a draft agenda for the workgroup discussion on EPA integrated planning framework.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 01/12/2012



• Listening Sessions and Stakeholder Input: Stormwater Management Including Discharges from New Development and Redevelopment (PDF) (2 pp, 45K)

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is planning to open a public input period and hold listening sessions to inform a rulemaking to strengthen national stormwater regulations and to establish a comprehensive program to reduce stormwater discharges from new development and redevelopment.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 12/01/2009



• Revised MS4 Questionnaire Mailing List for Public (PDF) (36 pp, 895K)

A revised MS4 questionnaire mailing list for the public
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 09/21/2010



• Owner/Developer Questionnaire Mailing List (PDF) (59 pp, 148K)

An owner/developer questionnaire mailing list
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 10/19/2010



• Stormwater Discharges From Forest Roads

EPA is working with stakeholders and its federal partners to determine how best to address stormwater discharges from forest roads and will consider a full range of potential non-permitting approaches under the Clean Water Act including voluntary programs and further support for state and tribal programs.
Document Type: Factsheets and Outreach Materials
Date Published: 05/23/2012
• Fact Sheet (PDF) (3 pp, 32K)


• Frequently Asked Questions (PDF) (3 pp, 114K)



• NPDES Form 2F Application (PDF) (368KB)

Application for permit to discharge stormwater associated with new and existing industrial activity. Note: You need Adobe Acrobat Reader 7.0 or 8.0 in order to open this file. Even though this publication is a PDF file, this document allows you to type directly onto the form and allows you to save the PDF with the form fields populated. You should enter your facility information on the form, print it, sign it, and mail the form to the address stated in the instructions.
Document Type: Permit Applications and Forms
Date Published: 01/01/1992



• NPDES Form 1 Application: General Information - Consolidated Permits Program (PDF) (713KB)

General information application. Must be submitted by all facilities applying for an individual NPDES permit, with the exception of POTWs, TWTDS, and MS4s serving a population greater than 100,000. Note: You need Adobe Acrobat Reader 7.0 or 8.0 in order to open this file. Even though this publication is a PDF file, this document allows you to type directly onto the form and allows you to save the PDF with the form fields populated. You should enter your facility information on the form, print it, sign it, and mail the form to the address stated in the instructions.
Document Type: Permit Applications and Forms
Date Published: 08/01/1990



• Notice of Termination (NOT) of Coverage Under NPDES General Permit for Stormwater Discharges Associated with Industrial Activity (PDF) (67KB)

Notice of Termination (NOT) form to discontinue coverage under an NPDES general permit for stormwater discharges associated with industrial activity. Note: Even though this publication is a PDF file, it allows you to type directly onto the form while it is open in the Adobe Acrobat Reader. You should enter your facility information on the form, print it, sign it, and mail it to the Stormwater NOI Center.
Document Type: Permit Applications and Forms
Date Published: 09/29/2008



• NPDES Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (PDF) (191KB)

Form used by NPDES stormwater permittees to submit analytical monitoring results to the appropriate NPDES permitting authority.
Document Type: Permit Applications and Forms
Date Published: Unknown



• NPDES Form 3510-11: No Exposure Certification for Exclusion from NPDES Stormwater Permitting (PDF) (4 pp, 105KB)

Submission of this form is a requirement for facilities regulated by EPA who do not have any exposure of their industrial activity to stormwater. Note: Even though this publication is a PDF file, it allows you to type directly onto the form while it is open in the Adobe Acrobat Reader. You should enter your facility information on the form, print it, sign it, and mail it to the Stormwater NOI Center.
Document Type: Permit Applications and Forms
Date Published: Unknown



• Notice of Intent (NOI) for Stormwater Discharges Associated with Industrial Activity Under the Multi-Sector NPDES General Permit (PDF) (8 pp, 714KB)

Submission of a Notice of Intent (NOI) constitutes notice that the entity intends to be authorized to discharge pollutants to waters of the United States under EPA's Stormwater Multi-sector General Permit (MSGP). Note: Even though this publication is a PDF file, it allows you to type directly onto the form while it is open in the Adobe Acrobat Reader. You should enter your facility information on the form, print it, sign it, and mail it to the Stormwater NOI Center.
Document Type: Permit Applications and Forms
Date Published: 09/29/2008



• Suggested Format to Submit a Notice of Intent (NOI) Modification for Stormwater Discharges Associated with Construction Activity (PDF) (4 pp, 235K)

Suggested format to submit modifications to your Notice of Intent (NOI) for the Construction General Permit (CGP) where EPA is the NPDES permitting authority. Note: Even though this publication is a PDF file, it allows you to type directly onto the form while it is open in the Adobe Acrobat Reader. You should enter your facility information on the form, print it, sign it, and mail it to the Stormwater NOI Center.
Document Type: Permit Applications and Forms
Date Published: 03/19/2012



• Low Erosivity Waiver Certification for Stormwater Discharges Associated with Construction Activity (PDF) (4 pp, 213K)

Small construction sites can apply for a waiver from the stormwater permit requirements if the construction site has a low predicted rainfall potential where the rainfall erosivity factor (R Factor) is less than 5 during the period of construction activity. The Rainfall Erosivity Factor waiver uses this factor to determine whether the potential for polluted discharge is low enough to justify a waiver from permit requirements. This waiver is time sensitive and is dependent on when during the year a construction activity takes place, how long it lasts, and the expected rainfall and intensity during that time. Note: Even though this publication is a PDF file, it allows you to type directly onto the form while it is open in the Adobe Acrobat Reader. You should enter your facility information on the form, print it, sign it, and mail it to the Stormwater NOI Center.
Document Type: Permit Applications and Forms
Date Published: 03/19/2012



• Suggested Format to Submit a Notice of Intent (NOI) Modification for Stormwater Discharges Associated with Industrial Activity (PDF) (8 pp, 1,011KB)

Suggested format to submit modifications to your Notice of Intent (NOI) for the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) where EPA is the NPDES permitting authority. Note: Even though this publication is a PDF file, it allows you to type directly onto the form while it is open in the Adobe Acrobat Reader. You should enter your facility information on the form, print it, sign it, and mail it to the Stormwater NOI Center.
Document Type: Permit Applications and Forms
Date Published: 12/18/2008



• MSGP Industrial Discharge Monitoring Report (MDMR) Form (PDF) (282KB)

Permittees unable to access the eNOI reporting system can use this paper form to submit analytical monitoring results to EPA. You may also use this paper form as a checklist for the information you will need when submitting a MDMR electronically via EPA’s eNOI system. Note: Even though this publication is a PDF file, it allows you to type directly onto the form while it is open in the Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Document Type: Permit Applications and Forms
Date Published: 03/16/2009



• Suggested Format for Annual Report for Stormwater Discharges Associated with Industrial Activity

Permittees are now required to submit to EPA annual reports summarizing their annual comprehensive site inspection and corrective actions taken during the year for the MSGP. EPA has developed this Annual Reporting Form, which can be used by permittees to submit this information to EPA.
Document Type: Permit Applications and Forms
Date Published: 08/14/2009
• Annual Reporting Form (PDF) (423KB)


• Annual Reporting Form (WORD) (240KB)



• Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Template

The SWPPP Template is designed to help construction operators develop a SWPPP that is compliant with the minimum requirements of EPA’s 2012 Construction General Permit.
Document Type: Permit Applications and Forms
Date Published: 03/14/2012
• SWPP Template (WORD) (58 pp, 269K)



• CGP Inspection Report Templates

The Inspection Report Template is designed to assist operators in preparing inspection reports that meet the minimum reporting requirements in Part 4.1.7 of the Construction General Permit.
Document Type: Permit Applications and Forms
Date Published: 10/16/2012
• Electronic Version of the Inspection Report Template (WORD) (12 pp, 96K)


• Field Version of the Inspection Report Template (WORD) (12 pp, 76K)



• CGP Corrective Action Report Form

The Corrective Action Report Form is designed to assist operators in preparing corrective action reports that meet the minimum reporting requirements in Part 5.4 of the Construction General Permit.
Document Type: Permit Applications and Forms
Date Published: 10/16/2012
• Electronic Version of the Corrective Action Report Form (WORD) (6 pp, 78K)


• Field Version of the Corrective Action Report Form (WORD) (6 pp, 52K)



• Construction Site Stormwater Discharge Control: An Inventory of Current Practices (PDF) (2,000KB)

Information to assist municipalities in preparing the stormwater management and sediment and erosion control program portions of their NPDES stormwater permit application.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 06/01/1991



• Applicability of the NPDES Program to Discharges of Stormwater Associated with Construction Activity at, or Construction of, Livestock Feeding Facilities (PDF) (127KB)

Memorandum clarifying the interpretation of the NPDES regulations as they apply to discharges of stormwater associated with construction activity, construction of, livestock feeding facilitites involving animal feeding operations, concentrated animal feeding operations, and feedlots.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 02/05/1998



• Approach Taken By Michigan to Regulate Stormwater Discharges from Construction Activities (PDF) (1,434KB)

Memo to Regions 1-10 state NPDES directors on the approach that Michigan has used to regulate stormwater discharges from construction activities.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 01/07/1994



• Guidance Manual for Conditional Exclusion from Stormwater Permitting Based on "No Exposure" of Industrial Activities to Stormwater (PDF) (25 pp, 303K)

Guidance manual for conditional exclusion from stormwater permitting based on "No Exposure" of industrial activities to stormwater under the Stormwater Phase II Final Rule (EPA 833-B-00-001).
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 06/01/2000



• National Menu of Best Management Practices (BMPs) for NPDES Stormwater Phase II

Contains numerous fact sheets that describe best management practices (BMPs) that can be used to fulfill the 6 minimum measures described in the Stormwater Phase II Rule (public education and outreach on stormwater impacts, public involvement/participation, illicit discharge detection and elimination, construction site stormwater runoff control, post-construction stormwater management in new development and redevelopment, and pollution prevention/good housekeeping for municipal operations). Regulated small MS4s can select from the menu as they submit a notice of intent (NOI) to be covered by a general permit. It can also be used by states, the construction industry, and other stakeholders. Each fact sheet contains cost and effectiveness data, applicability, siting and design considerations, benefits, limitations, and case studies and resources for further information. To view the Menu of BMPs visit http://cfpub.epa.gov/npdes/stormwater/menuofbmps/index.cfm.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 10/27/2000
• Stormwater Pollution Abatement Technologies (PDF) (37KB)

Publication covers current technologies and management practices employed in remediating contaminated urban stormwater runoff (EPA-600-R-94-129).
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 09/01/1994



• Measurable Goals Guidance for Phase II Small MS4s

Designed to assist small municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) operators with developing measurable goals to fulfill stormwater permitting requirements. The guidance also describes how to develop a stormwater management program with BMPs and measurable goals. To view the Measurable Goals Guidance visit http://www.epa.gov/npdes/stormwater/measurablegoals/index.htm.
Easily downloadable files are located at http://www.epa.gov/npdes/pubs/measurablegoals.pdf.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 10/30/2001
• Economic Analysis of the Final Phase II Stormwater Rule

Provides EPA's Economic Analysis of the Phase II Stormwater Rule, a regulatory action which requires small municipalities and construction sites to implement best management practices to control stormwater discharges. This analysis updates the benefit-cost analysis prepared for the proposed rule. This analysis is based on the final rule. Revisions have been made in response to internal agency review and comments received during the public comment period.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 10/01/1999
• Cover and Disclaimer (PDF) (103KB)


• Table of Contents (PDF) (83KB)


• Executive Summary (PDF) (145KB)


• Chapter 1: Introduction (PDF) (83KB)


• Chapter 2: Environmental Concerns Addressed By the Rule (PDF) (127KB)


• Chapter 3: Baseline for Estimating Benefits and Costs (PDF) (184KB)


• Chapter 4: Potential Costs, Pollutant Load Reductions, and Cost Effectiveness (PDF) (223KB)


• Chapter 5: Qualitative Assessment of Benefits (PDF) (130KB)


• Chapter 6: Quantitative Assessment of Benefits (PDF) (300KB)


• Chapter 7: Comparison of Benefits and Costs (PDF) (94KB)


• Chapter 8: Revised Small Entity Assessment (PDF) (156KB)


• Chapter 9: No Exposure (PDF) (164KB)


• Chapter 10: References (PDF) (104KB)


• Appendix A: Literature Related to the Potential Impacts of Stormwater Discharges (PDF) (96KB)


• Appendix B: Data and Methods Associated with Municipal, Construction, and Post-Construction Programs (PDF) (452KB)


• Appendix C: Supplemental Benefits Calculations (PDF) (99KB)


• Appendix D: Data Associated with the Phase II No Exposure Provision (PDF) (478KB)


• Appendix E: The National Water Pollution Control Assessment Model (PDF) (735KB)



• Memorandum from Robert Wayland, Director of OWOW and James Hanlon, Director of OWM to Regional Water Division Directors: Establishing Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Wasteload Allocations (PDF) (230KB)

Clarifies existing EPA regulatory requirements for, and provides guidance on, establishing wasteload allocations (WLAs) for stormwater discharges in total maximum daily loads (TMDLs) approved or established by EPA. It also addresses the establishment of water quality-based effluent limits (WQBELs) and conditions in National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits based on the WLAs for stormwater discharges in TMDLs. Please see Memorandum (Revised) from Denise Keehner, Director of OWOW and James Hanlon, Director of OWM to Regional Water Division Directors: Establishing Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Wasteload Allocations for revisions.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 11/22/2002



• Federal Environmental Requirements for Construction

This guide provides information on federal environmental requirements for construction projects. It is written for owners of construction projects or general contractors on a construction project. To view this document, visit the Construction Industry Compliance Assistance Center [PDF].
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 01/01/2003
• Memorandum from James A. Hanlon: Implementing the Partial Remand of the Stormwater Phase II Regulations Regarding Notices of Intent & NPDES General Permitting for Phase II MS4s (PDF) (75KB)

This memo provides interim guidance on implementing the Stormwater Phase II program for Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4s) in light of the recent decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit (Environmental Defense Center, et. al. v. EPA, September 15, 2003). The guidance covers several issues related to the implementation of the MS4 program, including public availability of NOIs, opportunities for public hearings, and review of NOIs by permitting authorities.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 04/16/2004



• Policy on Using the Clean Water State Revolving Fund to Finance Section 320 Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan Projects (PDF) (219KB)

CAFOs and stormwater programs that have been issued Phase I or Phase II stormwater permits can not be defined as nonpoint source pollution and can not receive funding as a nonpoint source project. This memorandum clarifies that they are eligible for funding if the project is included in the state's approved National Estuary Program's Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan (CCMP). Section 320 for CCMPs addresses estuary problems, and the Clean Water State Revolving Fund may be used to fund any or all of the projects identified in the plans to correct estuary problems. Examples of types of projects include wetlands purchase, septic system upgrades, stormwater system enhancements, and agricultural waste management systems, including manure containment ponds, loading, spreading, and injection equipment.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 03/01/2001



• Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination: A Guidance Manual for Program Development and Technical Assessments

Center for Watershed Protection's comprehensive manual that outlines practical, low cost, and effective techniques for stormwater program managers and practitioners. This manual provides valuable guidance for communities and others seeking to establish Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) programs. You can also visit the Center for Watershed Protection to download this document.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 10/01/2004
• Cover Letter (PDF) (2 pp, 399KB)


• Table of Contents (PDF) (18 pp, 648KB)


• Chapter 1: The Basics of Illicit Discharges (PDF) (18 pp, 934KB)


• Chapter 2: Components of an Effective IDDE Program (PDF) (6 pp, 251KB)


• Chapter 3: Auditing Existing Resources and Programs (PDF) (10 pp, 349KB)


• Chapter 4: Establishing Responsibility and Legal Authority (PDF) (6 pp, 256KB)


• Chapter 5: Desktop Assessment of Illicit Discharge Potential (PDF) (12 pp, 777KB)


• Chapter 6: Developing Program Goals and Implementation Strategies (PDF) (6 pp, 258KB)


• Chapter 7: Searching for Illicit Discharge Problems in the Field (PDF) (6 pp, 392KB)


• Chapter 8: Isolating and Fixing Individual Illicit Discharges (PDF) (6 pp, 338KB)


• Chapter 9: Preventing Illicit Discharges (PDF) (12 pp, 768KB)


• Chapter 10: IDDE Program Tracking and Evaluation (PDF) (4 pp, 86KB)


• Chapter 11: The Outfall Reconnaissance Inventory (PDF) (28 pp, 2,700KB)


• Chapter 12: Indicator Monitoring (PDF) (28 pp, 990KB)


• Chapter 13: Tracking Discharges To A Source (PDF) (26 pp, 1,370KB)


• Chapter 14: Techniques to Fix Discharges (PDF) (4 pp, 208KB)


• Appendix Table of Contents (PDF) (5 pp, 208KB)


• Appendix A: Generating Sites, Stormwater Regulatory Status, and Discharge Potential (PDF) (12 pp, 226KB)


• Appendix B: Model Illicit Discharge and Connection Ordinance (PDF) (14 pp, 238KB)


• Appendix C: Six Steps to Establishing a Hotline and Reporting and Tracking System (PDF) (12 pp, 176KB)


• Appendix D: Outfall Reconnaissance Inventory Field Sheet (PDF) (4 pp, 166KB)


• Appendix E: Flow Type Data from Tuscaloosa and Birmingham, Al (PDF) (30 pp, 172KB)


• Appendix F: Analytical Procedures for Outfall Monitoring (PDF) (62 pp, 1,340KB)


• Appendix G: Sampling Protocol Considerations (PDF) (8 pp, 321KB)


• Appendix H: Two Alternative Flow Charts (PDF) (6 pp, 196KB)


• Appendix I: User’s Guide for the Chemical Mass Balance Model Version 1.0 (PDF) (10 pp, 890KB)


• Appendix J: Using the Chemical Library to Determine the Utility of Boron as an Indicator of Illicit Discharges (PDF) (6 pp, 179KB)


• Appendix K: Specific Considerations for Industrial Sources of Inappropriate Pollutant Entries to the Storm Drainage System (PDF) (14 pp, 325KB)


• References (PDF) (5 pp, 96KB)


• Entire Manual without Appendices (PDF) (195 pp, 7,590KB)


• All Appendices (PDF) (183 pp, 1,740KB)


• Entire Manual with Appendices (PDF) (378 pp, 9,310KB)



• Qualifying Local Programs for Construction Site Stormwater Runoff (PDF) (6 pp, 194KB)

Memorandum from Ben Grumbles encouraging the further use of the Qualifying Local Programs (QLP) concept. QLP is part of the Phase II regulations that recognizes strong existing local sediment and erosion control programs, provides the opportunity to recognize other communities as they develop local sediment and erosion control programs in the future, and provides opportunities to streamline the regulatory process for construction site operators. A letter was sent to the EPA Regions and state permitting authorities to encourage the further use of this provision. This document includes a sample letter and attachment that was sent to EPA Region 1 and the state of Alabama.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 05/08/2006



• Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Program Evaluation Guidance

The MS4 Evaluation Guide is primarily for use by NPDES authorities to evaluate the quality of Phase I and Phase II MS4 programs, for permit compliance, technical assistance, and other purposes. It can be used for comprehensive program evaluations, or for certain components. It can also be used by MS4 program managers to evaluate their own programs.

EPA encourages state NPDES stormwater programs to adapt this Guide to their state programs. It is being provided in Word so that programs can incorporate state-specific program components into the Guide, and have a single manual for inspectors and others to use. EPA welcomes feed-back on the Guide based on experiences of state and regional evaluations. As state and EPA NPDES programs conduct more MS4 program evaluations we will undoubtedly learn a number of lessons about program evaluations. We are committed to making timely updates to the guide as the MS4 program evolves (EPA-833-R-07-003).
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 01/01/2007

• MS4 Guide with Appendix A (PDF) (104 pp, 695KB)


• [Click here to view in WORD format - 781KB ]
• [Click here to view in WORD format - 1,100KB ]


• Appendices B - D (PDF) (83 pp, 588KB)




• Developing Your Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan: A Guide for Construction Sites (PDF) (50 pp, 2,810KB)

This guidance document is intended as a helpful reference for construction site operators who must comply with an NPDES stormwater permit. It describes the SWPPP development process and provides helpful guidance and tips for developing an effective SWPPP. A customizable SWPPP template for authorized and unauthorized states and sample inspection report, in Microsoft Word format, are also available.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 05/01/2007


• SWPPP Template for Authorized States (WORD) (40 pp, 570KB)


• SWPPP Template for Unauthorized States (WORD) (40 pp, 570KB)


• Sample Inspection Report (WORD) (4 pp, 115KB)



• Model SWPPP: Medium Sized (~20 acre) Residential Subdivision

This model SWPPP was developed (using a hypothetical site and conditions) to serve as an example for the construction industry. They utilize the SWPPP Template (above) and follow EPA’s Construction General Permit. This model 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.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 11/01/2007
• Medium-Sized (~20-acre) Residential Subdivision SWPPP (PDF) (56 pp, 1,560KB)


• Medium-Sized (~20-acre) Residential Subdivision All Appendices (PDF) (141 pp, 6,310KB)


• Appendix A: General Location Map (PDF) (2 pp, 727KB)


• Appendix B: Site Map (PDF) (6 pp, 3,880KB)


• Appendix C: Construction General Permit (PDF) (60 pp, 2,220KB)


• Appendix D: NOI and Permit Authorization Letter (PDF) (7 pp, 320KB)


• Appendix E: Inspection Reports (PDF) (44 pp, 3,490KB)


• Appendix F: Corrective Action Log (PDF) (4 pp, 97KB)


• Appendix G: SWPPP Amendment Log (PDF) (4 pp, 57KB)


• Appendix H: Subcontractor Certifications/Agreements (PDF) (6 pp, 140KB)


• Appendix I: Grading and Stabilization Activities Log (PDF) (3 pp, 85KB)


• Appendix J: Training Log (PDF) (7 pp, 130KB)


• Appendix K: Delegation of Authority (PDF) (3 pp, 77KB)


• Appendix L: Additional Information (PDF) (6 pp, 77KB)



• Electronic Resources Associated with the IDDE Manual

Supporting materials for the IDDE Manual.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 10/01/2004
• Outfall Reconnaissance Inventory (ORI) Form (WORD) (2 pp, 117KB)


• ORI Database () (15,400KB)


• Hotspot Site Investigation Form (PDF) (2 pp, 55KB)


• Chemical Mass Balance Model (CMBM) Setup (EXE) (2,570KB)


• CMBM Sample Input File (EXCEL) (15KB)


• Hotline Tracking Form (WORD) (2 pp, 74KB)



• Methods for Detection of Inappropriate Discharges to Storm Drainage Systems: Background Literature and Summary of Findings (PDF) (431 pp, 10MB)

Reference document associated with the IDDE Manual.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 11/01/2001



• Urban Stormwater Retrofit Practices Manual

This manual focuses on stormwater retrofit practices that can capture and treat stormwater runoff before it is delivered to the stream. It describes both off-site storage and on-site retrofit techniques that can be used to remove stormwater pollutants, minimize channel erosion, and help restore stream hydrology. Guidance on choosing the best locations in a subwatershed for retrofitting is provided in a series of 13 profile sheets. The Center for Watershed Protection has provided this manual and accompanying appendices for download.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 07/01/2007
• Reducing Stormwater Costs through Low Impact Development (LID) Strategies and Practices

This EPA developed report contains 17 case studies from developments across North America that examines the economic viability of LID practices compared to traditional stormwater management design practices. It also highlights examples, where LID practices were shown to be both fiscally and environmentally beneficial to communities by reducing project costs and improving environmental performance. To view the full report, factsheet and a series of questions and answers, visit EPA's Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds Low Impact Development page.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 01/08/2008
• NPDES Oil and Gas Public Meeting

On May 10th, 2005, EPA hosted a public meeting in Dallas, Texas to discuss the NPDES Stormwater Permit Regulations for Small Oil and Gas Construction Activities. EPA representatives included Jack Faulk, Jim Hanlon, Michael Lee, Deborah Nagle, and Jeff Smith. Jim Elder, an independent consultant, served as facilitator for the meeting. EPA created a panel of 11 representatives from state and federal government, the oil industry, and environmental organizations.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 05/10/2005
• Full transcript of public meeting (PDF) (90 pp, 340KB)


• Registration List (PDF) (11 pp, 65KB)


• Presenter: Garland Anderson, Citizen representative of Colorado (PowerPoint) (12 pp, 4,376KB)


• Presenter: Jack Faulk, EPA, Office of Wastewater Management (PowerPoint) (21 pp, 4,450KB)


• Presenter: Marilyn Fish, EOG Resources (PowerPoint) (35 pp, 14,867KB )


• Presenter: Tad Mayfield, Goldston Oil Corporation (PowerPoint) (14 pp, 1,496KB)


• Presenter: Dave Perkins, Anadarko Petroleum Corporation (PowerPoint) (12 pp, 7,367KB)


• Presenter: Casey Luckett Schneider, EPA Region 6 (PowerPoint) (18 pp, 2,188KB)


• Presenter: Lori Wrotenbery, Oklahoma Corporation Commission (PowerPoint) (9 pp, 1,427KB)


• Public Statement: David Baumgarten, Gunnison County (PDF) (7 pp, 79KB)


• Public Statement: Sharon Buccino, Natural Resources Defense Council (PDF) (5 pp, 90KB)


• Public Statement: Angie Burckhalter, Oklahoma Independent Petroleum Association (PDF) (3 pp, 1,133KB)


• Public Statement: Mark Carl, Interstate Oil and Gas Compact Commission (PDF) (3 pp, 123KB)


• Cover Letter: Tom Fisk, Gas Processors Association (PDF) (1 pp, 125KB)


• Public Statement: Tom Fisk, Gas Processors Association (PDF) (2 pp, 123KB)


• Submitted Comments: George Holliday, Holiday Environmental Services, Inc (PDF) (5 pp, 23KB)


• Submitted Comments: Janet McQuaid, Fulbright and Lapowski and IPAA (PDF) (5 pp, 120KB)


• Appendix 1: Janet McQuaid, Fulbright and Lapowski and IPAA (PDF) (5 pp, 115KB)


• Appendix 1 and Attachment 1-A: Janet McQuaid, Fulbright and Lapowski and IPAA (PDF) (3 pp, 98KB)


• Appendix 2: Janet McQuaid, Fulbright and Lapowski and IPAA (PDF) (55 pp, 3,629KB)


• Appendix 3: Janet McQuaid, Fulbright and Lapowski and IPAA (PDF) (26 pp, 111KB)


• Appendix 3 and Attachment 1: Janet McQuaid, Fulbright and Lapowski and IPAA (PDF) (10 pp, 38KB)


• Public Statement: David Polter, ARCADIS (PDF) (3 pp, 1,143KB)



• Model SWPPP: Small Commercial Site (< 5 acres)

This model SWPPP was developed (using a hypothetical site and conditions) to serve as an example for the construction industry. They utilize the SWPPP Template (above) and follow EPA’s Construction General Permit. This model 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.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 11/01/2007
• Small Commercial Site (< 5 acres) SWPPP (PDF) (73 pp, 1,540KB)


• Small Commercial Site (< 5 acres) All Appendices (PDF) (152 pp, 9,720KB)


• Appendix A: General Location Map (PDF) (2 pp, 80KB)


• Appendix B: Site Map (PDF) (5 pp, 1,600KB)


• Appendix C: Construction General Permit (PDF) (60 pp, 2,200KB)


• Appendix D: NOI and Permit Authorization Letter (PDF) (13 pp, 558KB)


• Appendix E: Inspection Reports (PDF) (31 pp, 1,810KB)


• Appendix F: Corrective Action Log (PDF) (2 pp, 73KB)


• Appendix G: SWPPP Amendment Log (PDF) (3 pp, 57KB)


• Appendix H: Subcontractor Certifications/Agreements (PDF) (6 pp, 143KB)


• Appendix I: Grading and Stabilization Activities Log (PDF) (2 pp, 56KB)


• Appendix J: Training Log (PDF) (7 pp, 129KB)


• Appendix K: Delegation of Authority (PDF) (2 pp, 123KB)


• Appendix L: Additional Information (PDF) (8 pp, 91KB)



• TMDLs to Stormwater Permits Draft Handbook

Currently there are thousands of Clean Water Act section 303(d) waters listed as impaired for stormwater-source pollutants such as pathogens, nutrients, sediments and metals. This Draft Handbook provides a technical reference for TMDL practitioners and NPDES permit writers on current methods being used to develop more detailed stormwater-source TMDL allocations, TMDL implementation plans including best management practices, and methods for translating TMDL allocations into NPDES stormwater permit requirements.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 11/01/2008
• TMDLs to Stormwater Permits Draft Handbook
  

• Municipal Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping Practices Manual

This manual focuses on control and reduction of stormwater pollution and addresses local subwatershed restoration goals and objectives. The Center for Watershed Protection has provided the Urban Subwatershed Restoration Manual Series Manual 9 for download.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 12/18/2008
• Street Sweeping/Storm Drain Cleanout Study Manual

This manual provides information to support pollutant removal efficiencies for street sweeping and storm drain cleanout practices for Phase I and II communities in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The Center for Watershed Protection has provided this manual for download.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 12/18/2008
• 2008 Final EPA Construction General Permit: Q&A (PDF) (71KB)

This document is a question and answer concerning the Construction General Permit.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 01/06/2009



• Memorandum: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Trainers Program

This memorandum examines progress made by the Center for Watershed Protection in developing the IDDE Guidance Manual.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 01/07/2009
• Memo Announcing the IDDE Trainers Program (PDF) (2 pp, 399KB)



• SWPPP Template (WORD) (291KB)

This document will help create a narrative section of a construction site SWPPP. It is designed to help guide you though the SWPPP development process and help ensure that your SWPPP addresses all the necessary elements stated in your construction general permit.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 01/09/2007



• Additional Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) Documentation Template (WORD) (21 pp, 332KB)

Sample templates and forms can be used to keep records of a facility's monitoring, inspection, maintenance, visual evaluation, and corrective action activities.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 01/16/2009



• Developing Your Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan: A Guide for Industrial Operators (PDF) (46 pp, 2.53MB)

[Final Formatted Version! (3/13/09)] Guidance on how to develop a SWPPP that meets the requirements of the 2008 MSGP.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 02/18/2009



• Stormwater Wet Pond and Wetland Management Guidebook (PDF) (80 pp, 4.12MB)

This guidebook discusses inspection and maintenance practices at existing ponds and wetlands.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 02/01/2009



• Demonstrating the Impacts of Oil and Gas Exploration on Water Quality and How to Minimize these Impacts Through Targeted Monitoring Activities and Local Ordinances (PDF) (6.88MB)

In 2005, EPA awarded a grant to the City of Denton, Texas, to monitor and assess the impact of gas well drilling on stormwater runoff, and to provide, if necessary, regulatory and management strategies for these activities. This study, completed in 2007, focused on three nearby gas well sites where pad construction and drilling were occurring. Runoff, primarily from the sites’ well pad areas, was monitored and analyzed, as were the contents of on-site drilling mud pits.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 12/18/2007



• Summary of the Results of the Investigation Regarding Gas Well Site Surface Water Impacts (PDF) (56.7KB)

This study focused on three nearby gas well sites where pad construction and drilling were occuring. Runoff, primarily from the sites' well pad areas, was monitored and analyzed, as were the contents of on-site drilling mud pits.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 03/04/2009



• Stormwater eNOI Guidance Documents

These guidance documents give information and instructions on how to report eNOI's, and register facilities and certify officials for Vessels eNOI.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 08/14/2009
• How to register with eNOI (PDF) (204KB)


• How to certify officials with eNOI (PDF) (108KB)


• How to report using eNOI (PDF) (232KB)



• Memorandum: Applicability of 2008 MSGP to Gravel Pits Associated with Road and Bridge Construction and Maintenance (PDF) (1.0MB)

This memorandum clarifies the applicability of the recently issued 2008 Multi-Sector General Permit for Stormwater Discharges Associated with Industrial Activity to gravel pits that supply material to road and bridge construction and maintenance projects. EPA issued the notice of the availability of the 2008 MSGP for Regions 1,2,3,5,9, and 10 in the Federal Register on September 29, 2008 and February 29, 2009.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 08/24/2009



• Memorandum (Revised) from Denise Keehner, Director of OWOW and James Hanlon, Director of OWM to Regional Water Division Directors: Establishing Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Wasteload Allocations (PDF) (2376KB)

Updates aspects of EPA's November 22, 2002 memorandum on the subject of establishing Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Wasteload Allocations (WLAs) for stormwater sources and NPDES permit requirements based on those WLAs.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 11/12/2010



• Memorandum from Nancy Stoner and Cynthia Giles: Achieving Water Quality Through Integrated Municipal Stormwater and Wastewater Plans (PDF) (1.06MB)

This memo addresses how EPA will work with States and municipalities to target resources to the most cost-effective approaches while still meeting their Clean Water Act obligations.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 10/27/2011



• Stormwater Management Including Discharges from New Development and Redevelopment Notice (PDF) (23 pp, 4.7MB)

The EPA is announcing its plan to initiate national rulemaking to establish a comprehensive program to reduce stormwater discharges from new development and redevelopment and make other regulatory improvements to strengthen its stormwater program.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 12/17/2009



• NRDC v. EPA: Response to Petition for Rehearing (PDF) (21 pp, 623K)

This is a response to petition for rehearing involving a challenge to a rule issued by EPA in June 2006 exempting stormwater discharges from oil and gas activities from permit requirements.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 09/04/2008



• NRDC v. EPA: EPA's Petition for Rehearing, With a Suggestion for Rehearing (PDF) (26 pp, 814K)

This is EPA's petition for rehearing concerning the 2006 case exempting stormwater discharges from oil and gas activities from perm requirments.
Document Type: Policy and Guidance Documents
Date Published: 07/30/2008



• Report to Congress on the Phase l Stormwater Regulations

Reports on the accomplishments of the NPDES Phase I stormwater program (EPA 833-R-00-001).
Document Type: Program Status Reports
Date Published: 02/01/2000
• Cover and Table of Contents (PDF) (65KB)


• Executive Summary (PDF) (44KB)


• Chapter 1: Introduction (PDF) (41KB)


• Chapter 2: Approach Used in this Report (PDF) (12KB)


• Chapter 3: Evaluation of Program for Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (PDF) (97KB)


• Chapter 4: Evaluation of Program for Construction Activities (PDF) (65KB)


• Chapter 5: Evaluation of Program for Industrial Activities (PDF) (159KB)


• Appendix A: Universe of Medium and Large MS4s Potentially Subject to the Phase I Stormwater Program (PDF) (33KB)


• Appendix B: EPA Survey Forms Under the Phase I MS4 Permitting Program (PDF) (13KB)


• Appendix C: NAFSMA Survey Questions For MS4 Members Permitted Under Phase I (PDF) (22KB)


• Appendix D: Case Studies (PDF) (763KB)


• Appendix E: Phase I Construction Activity Load Reductions (PDF) (24KB)


• Appendix F: Water Quality Improvements From Similar Construction Control Programs (PDF) (33KB)


• Appendix G: Stormwater Discharges Associated With Industrial Activity (PDF) (6KB)


• Appendix H: MSGP Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Requirements (PDF) (4KB)


• Appendix I: Industry Sectors Subject to Analytical Monitoring Under EPA's MSGP (PDF) (9KB)


• Appendix J: Comparison of Group Application Data and DMR Data for Industrial Stormwater Discharges (PDF) (11KB)


• Appendix K: Ranking of Mean Reductions in Pollutant Concentrations by Subsector (PDF) (12KB)


• References (PDF) (9B)



• Report to Congress on the Phase II Stormwater Regulations

Contains (1) an in-depth impact analysis on the effect the Phase II final regulations will have on urban, suburban, and rural local governments subject to the regulations; (2) an explanation of the rational of the Administrator for lowering the construction site threshold from 5 acres to 1 acre; (3) documentation demonstrating that stormwater runoff is generally a problem in communities with populations of 50,000 to 100,000; and (4) information that supports the position of the Administrator that the Phase II stormwater program should be administered as part of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System under section 402 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1342) (EPA-833-R-99-001).
Document Type: Program Status Reports
Date Published: 10/01/1999
• Report to Congress (PDF) (152KB)


• Federal Register Notice of Availability (PDF) (116KB)



• Nationwide Urban Runoff Program (NURP): Final Report

The Nationwide Urban Runoff Program (NURP) was conducted by EPA and many cooperating agencies. NURP was established in 1978 as a 5-year program that examined:
• quality characteristics of urban runoff and similarities or differences at different urban locations
• the extent to which urban runoff is a significant contributor to water quality problems across the nation
• performance characteristics and the overall effectiveness and utility of management practices for the control of pollutant loads from urban runoff
This document is the final report covering the overall NURP program.
Document Type: Program Status Reports
Date Published: 12/01/1983
• Executive Summary (PDF) (220 KB)


• Final Report (PDF) (1,750KB)



• Urban Stormwater BMP Performance Monitoring

Developed by the Office of Science and Technology. This manual provides targeted practical assistance in conducting water quality monitoring and reporting data that are useful for assessing effectiveness of stormwater best management practices (BMPs). It was developed by integrating experience gleaned from field monitoring activities conducted by members of the ASCE Urban Water Resources Research Council and through the development of the ASCE/EPA National Stormwater BMP Database.

This document helps achieve stormwater BMP monitoring project goals through collection of more useful and representative rainfall, flow and water quality information . Provides a recommended set of protocols and standards for collecting, storing, analyzing, and reporting BMP monitoring data. It provides insight into and guidance for strategies, approaches, and techniques that are appropriate and useful for monitoring BMPs (EPA-821-B-02-001).
Document Type: Technical and Issue Papers
Date Published: 04/01/2002

• Cover & Table of Contents (PDF) (12 pp, 1,400KB)


• Chapter 1: Introduction
  Chapter 2: BMP Monitoring Overview (PDF) (44 pp, 302KB)


• Chapter 3: Developing a BMP Monitoring Program (PDF) (163 pp, 2,000KB)


• References, Index, Appendices (PDF) (29 pp, 281KB)


• Entire Manual (PDF) (248 pp, 4,000KB)



• Managing Stormwater in Your Community: A Guide for Building an Effective Post-Construction Program

This guide provides stormwater professionals with practical guidance, insights, and tools to build effective programs. It's accompanied by several downloadable “tools” -- the tools are designed to be used and modified by local stormwater managers to help with program implementation.
Document Type:
Date Published: 07/30/2008
• [Click here to view in PDF format - 15.9MB ]



• Monitoring to Demonstrate Environmental Results: Guidance to Develop Local Stormwater Monitoring Studies Using Six Example Study Designs

This manual presents six monitoring study designs that can be used by Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) communities to assess their local stormwater programs. The Center for Watershed Protection has provided this manual for download.
Document Type:
Date Published: 12/18/2008
• Urban Stormwater management in the United States (PDF) (424KB)

This report calls for a new permitting structure that would put authority and accountability for stormwater discharges at the municipal level.
Document Type:
Date Published: 01/06/2009



• The Stormwater Webcast Series Continues . . . (PDF) (61KB)

News release addressing EPA webcast scheduling for BMP Performance, The Art & Science of Stormwater Retrofitting, MS4 Program Performance, Stormwater 101, and Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) 301.
Document Type:
Date Published: 01/06/2009



• MS4 Permit Improvement Guide (PDF) (119 pp, 1.5MB)

The primary purpose of this Guide is to assist permit writers in strengthening municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) stormwater permits.
Document Type:
Date Published: 04/01/2010

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