TSS and TP EMC literature values for TMDL modeling
| Reference | Average annual EMC (mg/L) | |
|---|---|---|
| TSS | TP | |
| Residential (Pitt, 2011; NSQD, 2011/ Region 1) | 135 | 0.4 |
| Minnesota Stormwater Manual – Commercial | 120-160 | 0.15-0.35 |
| Minnesota Stormwater Manual – Industrial | 130-170 | 0.15-0.35 |
| Minnesota Stormwater Manual – Residential | 100-170 | 0.2-0.6 |
| Minnesota Stormwater Manual – Freeway/ Transportation | 115-155 | 0.3-0.5 |
| Nationally Pooled Urban EMCs (Lin, 2003) | 54.5-78.4 | 0.266-0.315 |