Below are a few common sites you may want to check out that will not only give you more information regarding storm water, but may be some helpful links that contain data to help you maintain water quality on your project. These sites will enable you to get started on the right path to regulatory compliance.
THE STATE WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD—DATA BASE
Offers the public quick access to current permits through the State’s Database.
THE STATE WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD—CONSTRUCTION GENERAL PERMIT
Offers a quick jump to the current CGP and related documents for site compliance.
THE STATE WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD—SMARTS REGISTRATION
All individuals required to submit data through the State SMART system must log in here.
All States in the US as a minimum, are required to follow the minimum requirements outlined in the Federal Permit.
NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION SERVICE—NRCS
Insightful information that can be used to help determine site risk levels
CALIFORNIA STORM-WATER QUALITY ASSOCIATION
Resources for Plans, Details, Training, upcoming events
LAKE TAHOE’S BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES – CERTIFIED EVALUATORS
Home owners in the Tahoe basin or TRPA must comply with standards set forth when constructing on their property. Certified evaluators are available for the general public and can offer advice.
OFFICE OF WATER PROGRAMS – OWP
OWP is managing all on-line requirements for the QSD/ QSP certifications. CASQA still provides the actual certificate.
· Renewal of your QSD/ QSP is completed on OWP website. Renewal occurs every two years.
· QSD/ QSP look-up tool is available if you are looking for help in your area—provides a search given specific parameters https://www.owp.cusu.edu/qsd-lookup.php
INDUSTRIAL STORM WATER PROGRAM
SURFACE WATER AMBIENT MONITORING PROGRAM
QSD/QSP CLASS SCHEDULE (CASQA)
Offers Trainings that can be applied to your PDU(H) requirements
FORESTRY AND NATURAL RESOURCES WEBINARS
Offers webinars that can be applied to your PDU(H) requirements