Difference between revisions of "MCM 6 Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping"
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MS4s must have a program to prevent or reduce pollutant discharges from municipally owned or operated properties. | MS4s must have a program to prevent or reduce pollutant discharges from municipally owned or operated properties. | ||
| − | *[https://www.epa.gov/npdes/national-menu-best-management-practices-bmps-stormwater#poll EPA MCM 6 guidance] | + | *[https://www.epa.gov/npdes/national-menu-best-management-practices-bmps-stormwater#poll EPA MCM 6 guidance] - EPA's guidance and suggested BMPs for an effective pollution prevention and good housekeeping for municipal operatations |
| − | *[https://www.pca.state.mn.us/sites/default/files/wq-strm4-26.pdf MPCA Pollution Prevention guidance] | + | *[https://www.pca.state.mn.us/sites/default/files/wq-strm4-26.pdf MPCA Pollution Prevention guidance] - A Guide to utilize various pollution prevention methods to meet the requirements of the [https://stormwater.pca.state.mn.us/index.php?title=MS4_General_Permit MS4 permit] |
| − | *[https://www.pca.state.mn.us/sites/default/files/wq-strm4-16.pdf MPCA Managing | + | *[https://www.pca.state.mn.us/sites/default/files/wq-strm4-16.pdf MPCA Managing Stormwater Sediment BMPs guidance] - Guide for properly managing sediment from stormwater systems, such as ponds |
| − | *[https://www.pca.state.mn.us/sites/default/files/wq-strm4-12.pdf Coal Tar-based Sealcoat guidance] | + | *[https://www.pca.state.mn.us/sites/default/files/wq-strm4-12.pdf Coal Tar-based Sealcoat guidance] - Guide to the use and concerns with coal tar-based sealcoats |
| − | *[https://www.pca.state.mn.us/sites/default/files/wq-wwprm2-03.pdf | + | *[https://www.pca.state.mn.us/sites/default/files/wq-wwprm2-03.pdf Swimming Poll and Hot Tub Water Discharge guidance] - Guide for best managing pool and hot tub discharge |
Revision as of 20:01, 25 September 2017
It is easier to prevent pollution at the source than restore a surface water. MS4s are the first line of defense for many pollutants entering storm sewer systems within their jurisdiction, such as
- sand and salt for de-icing
- fertilizers and pesticides on municipal properties
- vehicle fueling and maintenance chemicals
MS4s must have a program to prevent or reduce pollutant discharges from municipally owned or operated properties.
- EPA MCM 6 guidance - EPA's guidance and suggested BMPs for an effective pollution prevention and good housekeeping for municipal operatations
- MPCA Pollution Prevention guidance - A Guide to utilize various pollution prevention methods to meet the requirements of the MS4 permit
- MPCA Managing Stormwater Sediment BMPs guidance - Guide for properly managing sediment from stormwater systems, such as ponds
- Coal Tar-based Sealcoat guidance - Guide to the use and concerns with coal tar-based sealcoats
- Swimming Poll and Hot Tub Water Discharge guidance - Guide for best managing pool and hot tub discharge