Inland Empire Waterkeeper et al v. Republic Services Inc et al
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CONSENT DECREE by Judge Beverly Reid O'Connell. NOW THEREFORE IT IS HEREBY STIPULATED BETWEEN THE SETTLING PARTIES AND ORDERED AND DECREED BY THE COURT AS FOLLOWS: Defendants shall pay a total of $15,000.00 to Coastkeeper for fees and costs incurred by Coastkeeper in monitoring Defendants' compliance with this Consent Decree Defendants agree make a payment of $167,000.00 Payment shall be made within thirty (30) days of entry of this Consent Decree by the Court payable to the "O.C./I.E. Public Interest Green Fund" and delivered by certified mail or overnight delivery to: Orange County Community Foundation, 4041 MacArthur Boulevard, Suite 510, Newport Beach, California 92660. Defendants shall pay a total of $ ;193,000.00 to Coastkeeper to partially reimburse Coastkeeper for its investigation fees, expert/consultant fees and costs, and reasonable attorneys' fees incurred as a result of investigating and preparing the lawsuit, and negotiating this Cons ent Decree. This Consent Decree constitutes a full and final settlement of this matter. (MD JS-6. Case Terminated.) (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, # 2 Figures, # 3 Appendix B, # 4 Figures, # 5 Appendix C, # 6 Figures, # 7 Appendix B Receipt of Notice of Intent, # 8 Figures, # 9 Tables, # 10 Tables - Part 1) (jp)
Appendix B
Receipt of Notice of Intent
Appendix C
Example of Annual Report Forms
State of California
STATE WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD
20
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ANNUAL REPORT
FOR
STORM WATER DISCHARGES ASSOCIATED
WITH INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITIES
Reporting Period July 1, 20
through June 30, 20
An annual report is required to be submitted to your local Regional Water Quality Control Board
(Regional Board) by July 1 of each year. This document must be certified and signed, under penalty
of perjury, by the appropriate official of your company. Many of the Annual Report questions require an
explanation. Please provide explanations on a separate sheet as an attachment. Retain a copy of
the completed Annual Report for your records.
Please circle or highlight any information contained in Items A, B, and C below that is new or revised so
we can update our records. Please remember that a Notice of Termination and new Notice of Intent
are required whenever a facility operation is relocated or changes ownership.
If you have any questions, please contact your Regional Board Industrial Storm Water Permit Contact.
The names, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of the Regional Board contacts, as well as the
Regional Board office addresses can be found at http://www.swrcb.ca.gov/stormwtr/contact.html. To
find your Regional Board information, match the first digit of your WDID number with the corresponding
number that appears in parenthesis on the first line of each Regional Board office.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
A. Facility Information:
Facility WDID No:
Facility Business Name:
Contact Person:
Physical Address:
e-mail:
City:
CA Zip:
Phone:
Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Code(s):
B. Facility Operator Information:
Operator Name:
Contact Person:
Mailing Address:
e-mail:
City:
State:
Zip:
Phone:
C. Facility Billing Information:
Operator Name:
Contact Person:
Mailing Address:
e-mail:
City:
State:
Zip:
Phone: ______________
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ANNUAL REPORT
SPECIFIC INFORMATION
MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM
D.
SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS EXEMPTIONS AND REDUCTIONS
1.
For the reporting period, was your facility exempt from collecting and analyzing samples from two storm events in
accordance with sections B.12 or 15 of the General Permit?
YES
2.
Go to Item D.2
Go to Section E
NO
Indicate the reason your facility is exempt from collecting and analyzing samples from two storm events. Attach a
copy of the first page of the appropriate certification if you check boxes ii, iii, iv, or v.
i.
Participating in an Approved Group Monitoring Plan
Group Name :
ii.
Submitted No Exposure Certification (NEC)
Date Submitted:
Re-evaluation Date:
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Does facility continue to satisfy NEC conditions?
iii.
YES
Submitted Sampling Reduction Certification (SRC)
Date Submitted:
Re-evaluation Date:
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Does facility continue to satisfy SRC conditions?
iv.
Received Regional Board Certification
v.
3.
Received Local Agency Certification
E.
YES
NO
Certification Date:
Cetification Date:
If you checked boxes i or iii above, were you scheduled to sample one storm event during the reporting year?
YES
4.
NO
Go to Section E
NO
Go to Section F
If you checked boxes ii, iv, or v, go to Section F.
SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS RESULTS
1.
How many storm events did you sample?
If less than 2, attach explanation (if you checked
item D.2.i or iii. above, only attach explanation if you
answer “0”).
2.
Did you collect storm water samples from the first storm of the wet season that produced a discharge during
scheduled facility operating hours? (Section B.5 of the General Permit)
YES
3.
NO,
How many storm water discharge locations are at your facility?
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attach explanation (Please note that if
you do not sample the first storm event, you are
still required to sample 2 storm events)
4.
5.
For each storm event sampled, did you collect and analyze a
sample from each of the facilitys’ storm water discharge locations?
YES, go to Item E.6
Was sample collection or analysis reduced in accordance
with Section B.7.d of the General Permit?
YES
NO, attach explanation
NO
If “YES”, attach documentation supporting your determination
that two or more drainage areas are substantially identical.
Date facility’s drainage areas were last evaluated
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6.
Were all samples collected during the first hour of discharge?
YES
NO, attach explanation
7.
Was all storm water sampling preceded by three (3)
working days without a storm water discharge?
YES
NO, attach explanation
Were there any discharges of stormwater that had been
temporarily stored or contained? (such as from a pond)
YES
NO, go to Item E.10
YES
NO, attach explanation
8.
9.
Did you collect and analyze samples of temporarily stored or
contained storm water discharges from two storm events?
(or one storm event if you checked item D.2.i or iii. above)
10. Section B.5. of the General Permit requires you to analyze storm water samples for pH, Total Suspended Solids (TSS),
Specific Conductance (SC), Total Organic Carbon (TOC) or Oil and Grease (O&G), other pollutants likely to be present
in storm water discharges in significant quantities, and analytical parameters listed in Table D of the General Permit.
a.
b.
c.
Does Table D contain any additional parameters
related to your facility's SIC code(s)?
YES
NO, Go to Item E.11
Did you analyze all storm water samples for the
applicable parameters listed in Table D?
YES
NO
If you did not analyze all storm water samples for the
applicable Table D parameters, check one of the
following reasons:
In prior sampling years, the parameter(s) have not been detected in significant quantities from two
consecutive sampling events. Attach explanation
The parameter(s) is not likely to be present in storm water discharges and authorized non-storm water
discharges in significant quantities based upon the facility operator’s evaluation. Attach explanation
Other. Attach explanation
11. For each storm event sampled, attach a copy of the laboratory analytical reports and report the sampling and analysis
results using Form 1 or its equivalent. The following must be provided for each sample collected:
Date and time of sample collection
Name and title of sampler.
Parameters tested.
Name of analytical testing laboratory.
Discharge location identification.
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Testing results.
Test methods used.
Test detection limits.
Date of testing.
Copies of the laboratory analytical results.
F.
QUARTERLY VISUAL OBSERVATIONS
1.
Authorized Non-Storm Water Discharges
Section B.3.b of the General Permit requires quarterly visual observations of all authorized non-storm water
discharges and their sources.
a.
Do authorized non-storm water discharges occur at your facility?
YES
b.
Go to Item F.2
NO
Indicate whether you visually observed all authorized non-storm water discharges and their sources
during the quarters when they were discharged. Attach an explanation for any “NO” answers. Indicate
“N/A” for quarters without any authorized non-storm water discharges.
July -September
NO
N/A
October-December
YES
NO
N/A
January-March
c.
YES
YES
NO
N/A
April-June
YES
NO
N/A
Use Form 2 to report quarterly visual observations of authorized non-storm water discharges or
provide the following information.
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
vi.
2.
name of each authorized non-storm water discharge
date and time of observation
source and location of each authorized non-storm water discharge
characteristics of the discharge at its source and impacted drainage area/discharge location
name, title, and signature of observer
any new or revised BMPs necessary to reduce or prevent pollutants in authorized non-storm water
discharges. Provide new or revised BMP implementation date.
Unauthorized Non-Storm Water Discharges
Section B.3.a of the General Permit requires quarterly visual observations of all drainage areas to detect the
presence of unauthorized non-storm water discharges and their sources.
a.
Indicate whether you visually observed all drainage areas to detect the presence of unauthorized nonstorm water discharges and their sources. Attach an explanation for any “NO” answers.
July -September
NO
October-December
YES
NO
January-March
b.
YES
YES
NO
April-June
YES
NO
Based upon the quarterly visual observations, were any unauthorized non-storm water discharges detected?
YES
c.
NO
Have each of the unauthorized non-storm water discharges been eliminated or permitted?
YES
d.
Go to item F.2.d
NO
Attach explanation
Use Form 3 to report quarterly unauthorized non-storm water discharge visual observations or provide the
following information.
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
vi.
name of each unauthorized non-storm water discharge.
date and time of observation.
source and location of each unauthorized non-storm water discharge.
characteristics of the discharge at its source and impacted drainage area/discharge location.
name, title, and signature of observer.
any corrective actions necessary to eliminate the source of each unauthorized non-storm water
discharge and to clean impacted drainage areas. Provide date unauthorized non-storm water
discharge(s) was eliminated or scheduled to be eliminated.
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G. MONTHLY WET SEASON VISUAL OBSERVATIONS
Section B.4.a of the General Permit requires you to conduct monthly visual observations of storm water
discharges at all storm water discharge locations during the wet season. These observations shall occur during
the first hour of discharge or, in the case of temporarily stored or contained storm water, at the time of discharge.
1.
Indicate below whether monthly visual observations of storm water discharges occurred at all discharge
locations. Attach an explanation for any “NO” answers. Include in this explanation whether any eligible
storm events occurred during scheduled facility operating hours that did not result in a storm water
discharge, and provide the date, time, name and title of the person who observed that there was no storm
water discharge.
YES
NO
YES
October
November
April
January
2.
March
December
NO
February
May
Report monthly wet season visual observations using Form 4 or provide the following information.
a.
b.
c.
d.
date, time, and location of observation
name and title of observer
characteristics of the discharge (i.e., odor, color, etc.) and source of any pollutants observed.
any new or revised BMPs necessary to reduce or prevent pollutants in storm water discharges.
Provide new or revised BMP implementation date.
ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE SITE COMPLIANCE EVALUATION (ACSCE)
H.
ACSCE CHECKLIST
Section A.9 of the General Permit requires the facility operator to conduct one ACSCE in each reporting period (July 1June 30). Evaluations must be conducted within 8-16 months of each other. The SWPPP and monitoring program
shall be revised and implemented, as necessary, within 90 days of the evaluation. The checklist below includes the
minimum steps necessary to complete a ACSCE. Indicate whether you have performed each step below. Attach an
explanation for any “NO” answers.
1.
Have you inspected all potential pollutant sources and industrial activities areas?
The following areas should be inspected:
2.
3.
areas where spills and leaks have occured during
the last year.
outdoor wash and rinse areas.
process/manufacturing areas.
loading, unloading, and transfer areas.
waste storage/disposal areas.
dust/particulate generating areas.
erosion areas.
YES
NO
building repair, remodeling, and construction
material storage areas
vehicle/equipment storage areas
truck parking and access areas
rooftop equipment areas
vehicle fueling/maintenance areas
non-storm water discharge generating areas
Have you reviewed your SWPPP to assure that its BMPs address existing
potential pollutant sources and industrial activities areas?
YES
NO
Have you inspected the entire facility to verify that the SWPPP’s site map,
is up-to-date? The following site map items should be verified:
YES
NO
facility boundaries
outline of all storm water drainage areas
areas impacted by run-on
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storm water discharges locations
storm water collection and conveyance system
structural control measures such as catch basins,
berms, containment areas, oil/water separators, etc.
4.
Have you reviewed all General Permit compliance records generated
since the last annual evaluation?
YES
NO
The following records should be reviewed:
5.
quarterly authorized non-storm water
discharge visual observations
monthly storm water discharge
visual observation
records of spills/leaks and associated
clean-up/response activities
quarterly unauthorized non-storm
water discharge visual observations
Sampling and Analysis records
preventative maintenance inspection
and maintenance records
Have you reviewed the major elements of the SWPPP to assure
compliance with the General Permit?
YES
NO
The following SWPPP items should be reviewed:
6.
pollution prevention team
list of significant materials
description of potential pollutant sources
assessment of potential pollutant sources
identification and description of the BMPs to be
implemented for each potential pollutant source
Have you reviewed your SWPPP to assure that a) the BMPs are adequate
in reducing or preventing pollutants in storm water discharges and authorized
non-storm water discharges, and b) the BMPs are being implemented?
YES
NO
The following BMP categories should be reviewed:
7.
I.
good housekeeping practices
spill response
employee training
erosion control
quality assurance
preventative maintenance
material handling and storage practices
waste handling/storage
structural BMPs
Has all material handling equipment and equipment needed to
implement the SWPPP been inspected?
YES
NO
ACSCE EVALUATION REPORT
The facility operator is required to provide an evaluation report that includes:
identification of personnel performing the evaluation
the date(s) of the evaluation
necessary SWPPP revisions
schedule for implementing SWPPP revisions
any incidents of non-compliance and the corrective
actions taken.
Use Form 5 to report the results of your evaluation or develop an equivalent form.
J.
ACSCE CERTIFICATION
The facility operator is required to certify compliance with the Industrial Activities Storm Water General Permit. To
certify compliance, both the SWPPP and Monitoring Program must be up to date and be fully implemented.
Based upon your ACSCE, do you certify compliance with the Industrial
Activities Storm Water General Permit?
YES
If you answered “NO” attach an explanation to the ACSCE Evaluation Report why you are not in
compliance with the Industrial Activities Storm Water General Permit.
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NO
ATTACHMENT SUMMARY
Answer the questions below to help you determine what should be attached to this annual report. Answer NA (Not
Applicable) to questions 2-4 if you are not required to provide those attachments.
1. Have you attached Forms 1,2,3,4, and 5 or their equivalent?
YES (Mandatory)
2. If you conducted sampling and analysis, have you attached the
laboratory analytical reports?
YES
NO
NA
YES
NO
NA
YES
NO
NA
3. If you checked box II, III, IV, or V in item D.2 of this Annual
Report, have you attached the first page of the
appropriate certifications?
4. Have you attached an explanation for each “NO” answer in
items E.1, E.2, E.5-E.7, E.9, E.10.c, F.1.b, F.2.a, F.2.c,
G.1, H.1-H.7, or J?
ANNUAL REPORT CERTIFICATION
I am duly authorized to sign reports required by the INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITIES STORM WATER GENERAL
PERMIT (see Standard Provision C.9) and I certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments
were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to ensure that qualified
personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons
who manage the system, or those person directly responsible for gathering the information, the information
submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate and complete. I am aware that there are
significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment for
knowing violations.
Printed Name:
Signature:
Date:
Title:
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ANNUAL REPORT
DESCRIPTION OF BASIC ANALYTICAL PARAMETERS
The Industrial Activities Storm Water General Permit (General Permit) requires you to analyze storm water samples for at least
four parameters. These are pH, Total Suspended Solids (TSS), Specific Conductance (SC),and Total Organic Carbon (TOC).
Oil and Grease (O&G) may be substituted for TOC. In addition, you must monitor for any other pollutants which you believe to be
present in your storm water discharge as a result of industrial activity and analytical parameters listed in Table D of the General
Permit. There are no numeric limitations for the parameters you test for.
The four parameters which the General Permit requires to be tested are considered indicator parameters. In other words,
regardless of what type of facility you operate, these parameters are nonspecific and general enough to usually provide some
indication whether pollutants are present in your storm water discharge. The following briefly explains what each of these
parameters mean:
pH is a numeric measure of the hydrogen-ion concentration. The neutral, or acceptable, range is within 6.5 to 8.5. At values less
than 6.5, the water is considered acidic; above 8.5 it is considered alkaline or basic. An example of an acidic substance is vinegar,
and a alkaline or basic substance is liquid antacid. Pure rainfall tends to have a pH of a little less than 7. There may be sources of
materials or industrial activities which could increase or decrease the pH of your storm water discharge. If the pH levels of your
storm water discharge are high or low, you should conduct a thorough evaluation of all potential pollutant sources at your site.
Total Suspended Solids (TSS) is a measure of the undissolved solids that are present in your storm water discharge. Sources
of TSS include sediment from erosion of exposed land, and dirt from impervious (i.e. paved) areas. Sediment by itself can be very
toxic to aquatic life because it covers feeding and breeding grounds, and can smother organisms living on the bottom of a water
body. Toxic chemicals and other pollutants also adhere to sediment particles. This provides a medium by which toxic or other
pollutants end up in our water ways and ultimately in human and aquatic life. TSS levels vary in runoff from undisturbed land. It
has been shown that TSS levels increase significantly due to land development.
Specific Conductance (SC) is a numerical expression of the ability of the water to carry an electric current. SC can be used to
assess the degree of mineralization, salinity, or estimate the total dissolved solids concentration of a water sample. Because of
air pollution, most rain water has a SC a little above zero. A high SC could affect the usability of waters for drinking, irrigation, and
other commercial or industrial use.
Total Organic Carbon (TOC) is a measure of the total organic matter present in water. (All organic matter contains carbon)
This test is sensitive and able to detect small concentrations of organic matter. Organic matter is naturally occurring in animals,
plants, and man. Organic matter may also be man made (so called synthetic organics). Synthetic organics include pesticides,
fuels, solvents, and paints. Natural organic matter utilizes the oxygen in a receiving water to biodegrade. Too much organic
matter could place a significant oxygen demand on the water, and possibly impact its quality. Synthetic organics either do not
biodegrade or biodegrade very slowly. Synthetic organics are a source of toxic chemicals that can have adverse affects at very
low concentrations. Some of these chemicals bioaccumulate in aquatic life. If your levels of TOC are high, you should evaluate
all sources of natural or synthetic organics you may use at your site.
Oil and Grease (O&G) is a measure of the amount of oil and grease present in your storm water discharge. At very low
concentrations, O&G can cause a sheen (that floating "rainbow") on the surface of water (1 qt. of oil can pollute 250,000 gallons of
water). O&G can adversely affect aquatic life and create unsightly floating material and film on water, thus making it undrinkable.
Sources of O&G include maintenance shops, vehicles, machines and roadways.
If you have any questions regarding whether or not your constituent concentrations are too high, please contact your local
Regional Board office. The United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) has published stormwater discharge
benchmarks for a number of parameters. These benchmarks may be helpful when evaluating whether additional BMPs are
appropriate. These benchmarks can be accessed at our website at http://www.swrcb.ca.gov. It is contained in the Sampling and
Analysis Reduction Certification.
See Storm Water Contacts at
http://www.waterboards.ca.gov/water_issues/programs/stormwater/contact.shtml
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DATE/TIME
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COLLECTION
TSS - Total Suspended Solids
ANALYZED BY (SELF/LAB):
TEST METHOD USED:
TEST METHOD DETECTION LIMIT:
TEST REPORTING UNITS:
DESCRIBE
DISCHARGE
LOCATION
Example: NW Out Fall
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pH Units
pH
SC - Specific Conductance
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DISCHARGE
STARTED
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mg/l
TSS
mg/l
SIDE A
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SIGNATURE:
mg/l
TOC
OTHER PARAMETERS
TOC - Total Organic Carbon
For First Storm Event
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When analysis is done using portable analysis (such as portable pH meters, SC
meters, etc.), indicate “PA” in the appropriate test method used box.
Make additional copies of this form as necessary.
ANALYTICAL RESULTS
O&G
O&G - Oil & Grease
umho/cm
SC
BASIC PARAMETERS
TITLE:
If analytical results are less than the detection limit (or non detectable), show the value as less than
the numerical value of the detection limit (example: <.05)
If you did not analyze for a required parameter, do not report “0”. Instead, leave the appropriate box blank
NAME OF PERSON COLLECTING SAMPLE(S):
FIRST STORM EVENT
FORM 1-SAMPLING & ANALYSIS RESULTS
ANNUAL REPORT
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TSS - Total Suspended Solids
ANALYZED BY (SELF/LAB):
TEST METHOD USED:
TEST METHOD DETECTION LIMIT:
TEST REPORTING UNITS:
DESCRIBE
DISCHARGE
LOCATION
Example: NW Out Fall
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pH Units
pH
SC - Specific Conductance
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TSS
mg/l
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SIGNATURE:
mg/l
TOC
OTHER PARAMETERS
TOC - Total Organic Carbon
For First Storm Event
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When analysis is done using portable analysis (such as portable pH meters, SC
meters, etc.), indicate “PA” in the appropriate test method used box.
Make additional copies of this form as necessary.
ANALYTICAL RESULTS
O&G
O&G - Oil & Grease
umho/cm
SC
BASIC PARAMETERS
TITLE:
If analytical results are less than the detection limit (or non detectable), show the value as less than
the numerical value of the detection limit (example: <.05)
If you did not analyze for a required parameter, do not report “0”. Instead, leave the appropriate box blank
NAME OF PERSON COLLECTING SAMPLE(S):
SECOND STORM EVENT
FORM 1-SAMPLING & ANALYSIS RESULTS
ANNUAL REPORT
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APRIL-JUNE
QUARTER:
DATE:
JAN.-MARCH
QUARTER:
DATE:
OCT.-DEC.
QUARTER:
DATE:
JULY-SEPT.
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Signature:
Title:
Observers Name:
Signature:
Title:
Observers Name:
Signature:
Title:
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Signature:
Observers Name:
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Observers Name:
SIDE A
WERE ANY AUTHORIZED NSWDs
DISCHARGED DURING THIS QUARTER?
WERE ANY AUTHORIZED NSWDs
DISCHARGED DURING THIS QUARTER?
WERE ANY AUTHORIZED NSWDs
DISCHARGED DURING THIS QUARTER?
If YES, complete
reverse side of
this form.
If YES, complete
reverse side of
this form.
If YES, complete
reverse side of
NO this form.
YES
If YES, complete
reverse side of
NO this form.
YES
NO
YES
NO
YES
Authorized NSWDs must meet the conditions provided in Section D (pages 5-6),
of the General Permit.
Make additional copies of this form as necessary.
WERE ANY AUTHORIZED NSWDs
DISCHARGED DURING THIS QUARTER?
FORM 2-QUARTERLY VISUAL OBSERVATIONS OF AUTHORIZED
NON-STORM WATER DISCHARGES (NSWDs)
Quarterly dry weather visual observations are required of each authorized NSWD.
Observe each authorized NSWD source, impacted drainage area, and
discharge location.
QUARTER:
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DATE /TIME OF
OBSERVATION
EXAMPLE:
Air conditioner Units
on Building C
SOURCE AND
LOCATION OF
AUTHORIZED
NSWD
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EXAMPLE:
Air conditioner
condensate
NAME OF
AUTHORIZED
NSWD
At the NSWD Drainage
Area and Discharge
Location
At the NSWD
Indicate whether authorized NSWD is clear, cloudy, or
discolored, causing staining, contains floating objects
or an oil sheen, has odors, etc.
DESCRIBE AUTHORIZED NSWD
CHARACTERISTICS
FORM 2-QUARTERLY VISUAL OBSERVATIONS OF AUTHORIZED
NON-STORM WATER DISCHARGES (NSWDs)
ANNUAL REPORT
Source
DESCRIBE ANY REVISED OR NEW
BMPs AND PROVIDE THEIR
IMPLEMENTATION DATE
SIDE B
FORM 3-QUARTERLY VISUAL OBSERVATIONS OF UNAUTHORIZED
NON-STORM WATER DISCHARGES (NSWDs)
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DATE/TIME OF
OBSERVATIONS
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QUARTER: APRIL-JUNE
DATE/TIME OF
OBSERVATIONS
QUARTER: JAN.-MARCH
DATE/TIME OF
OBSERVATIONS
QUARTER: OCT.-DEC.
DATE/TIME OF
OBSERVATIONS
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Observers Name:
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Title:
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Observers Name:
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Title:
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Signature:
Observers Name:
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Title:
Observers Name:
Signature:
WERE THERE INDICATIONS OF
PRIOR UNAUTHORIZED NSWDs?
WERE UNAUTHORIZED
NSWDs OBSERVED?
WERE THERE INDICATIONS OF
PRIOR UNAUTHORIZED NSWDs?
WERE UNAUTHORIZED
NSWDs OBSERVED?
WERE THERE INDICATIONS OF
PRIOR UNAUTHORIZED NSWDs?
WERE UNAUTHORIZED
NSWDs OBSERVED?
WERE THERE INDICATIONS OF
PRIOR UNAUTHORIZED NSWDs?
WERE UNAUTHORIZED
NSWDs OBSERVED?
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
Unauthorized NSWDs are discharges (such as wash or rinse waters) that do not meet the conditions provided in
Section D (pages 5-6) of the General Permit.
Quarterly visual observations are required to observe current and detect prior unauthorized NSWDs.
Quarterly visual observations are required during dry weather and at all facility drainage areas.
Each unauthorized NSWD source, impacted drainage area, and discharge location must be identified and observed.
Unauthorized NSWDs that can not be eliminated within 90 days of observation must be reported to the Regional Board in accordance
with Section A.10.e of the General Permit.
Make additional copies of this form as necessary.
QUARTER: JULY-SEPT.
201 -201
ANNUAL REPORT
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
If YES to
either
question,
complete
reverse
side.
If YES to
either
question,
complete
reverse
side.
If YES to
either
question,
complete
reverse
side.
If YES to
either
question,
complete
reverse
side.
SIDE A
_
_
_
_
AM
PM
AM
PM
AM
PM
AM
PM
OBSERVATION
DATE
(FROM
REVERSE SIDE)
EXAMPLE:
Vehicle Wash
Water
NAME OF
UNAUTHORIZED
NSWD
EXAMPLE:
NW Corner of
Parking Lot
SOURCE AND
LOCATION
OF
UNAUTHORIZED
NSWD
AT THE UNAUTHORIZED
NSWD SOURCE
AT THE UNAUTHORIZED
NSWD AREA AND
DISCHARGE LOCATION
DESCRIBE UNAUTHORIZED NSWD
CHARACTERISTICS
Indicate whether unauthorized NSWD is clear, cloudy,
discolored, causing stains; contains floating objects or an
oil
sheen, has odors, etc.
FORM 3 QUARTERLY VISUAL OBSERVATIONS OF UNAUTHORIZED
NON-STORM WATER DISCHARGES (NSWDs)
ANNUAL REPORT
201 -201
DESCRIBE CORRECTIVE
ACTIONS TO ELIMINATE
UNAUTHORIZED NSWD AND
TO CLEAN IMPACTED
DRAINAGE AREAS.
PROVIDE UNAUTHORIZED
NSWD ELIMINATION DATE.
SIDE B
Signature:
Signature:
_
_
Title:
_
_
Observers Name:
Title:
Signature:
Observation Date: January
_
Observers Name:
201
_
_
Title:
Observation Date: December
_
Observers Name:
201
_
_
Signature:
Observation Date: November
_
Title:
201
_
Observers Name:
201
Time Discharge Began
Were Pollutants Observed
(If yes, complete reverse side)
Observation Time
Drainage Location Description
Time Discharge Began
Were Pollutants Observed
(If yes, complete reverse side)
Observation Time
Drainage Location Description
Time Discharge Began
Were Pollutants Observed
(If yes, complete reverse side)
Observation Time
Drainage Location Description
Time Discharge Began
Were Pollutants Observed
(If yes, complete reverse side)
Observation Time
Drainage Location Description
Storm water discharge visual observations are required for at least one storm
event per month between October 1 and May 31.
Visual observations must be conducted during the first hour of discharge
at all discharge locations.
Discharges of temporarily stored or contained storm water must be observed
at the time of discharge.
Observation Date: October
YES
#1
YES
#1
YES
#1
YES
#1
SIDE A
NO
NO
NO
NO
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
YES
#2
YES
#2
YES
#2
YES
#2
NO
NO
NO
NO
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
YES
#3
YES
#3
YES
#3
YES
#3
NO
NO
NO
NO
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
YES
#4
YES
#4
YES
#4
YES
#4
NO
NO
NO
NO
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
Indicate “None” in the first column of this form if you did not conduct a monthly visual observation.
Make additional copies of this form as necessary.
Until a monthly visual observation is made, record any eligible storm events that do not result in a storm water
discharge and note the date, time, name, and title of who observed there was no storm water discharge.
STORM WATER DISCHARGES
FORM 4-MONTHLY VISUAL OBSERVATIONS OF
ANNUAL REPORT
201 -201
_
_
_
_
_
AM
PM
AM
PM
AM
PM
AM
PM
AM
PM
DATE/TIME OF
OBSERVATION
(From Reverse Side)
EXAMPLE: Discharge from
material storage Area #2
DRAINAGE AREA
DESCRIPTION
IDENTIFY AND DESCRIBE SOURCE(S) OF
POLLUTANTS
EXAMPLE: Oil sheen caused by oil dripped by
trucks in vehicle maintenance area.
DESCRIBE STORM WATER DISCHARGE
CHARACTERISTICS
Indicate whether storm water discharge is clear,
cloudy, or discolored; causing staining; containing
floating objects or an oil sheen, has odors, etc.
FORM 4-MONTHLY VISUAL OBSERVATIONS OF
STORM WATER DISCHARGES
ANNUAL REPORT
201 -201
DESCRIBE ANY REVISED OR NEW
BMPs AND THEIR DATE OF
IMPLEMENTATION
SIDE B
Signature:
Signature:
_
_
Title:
_
_
Observers Name:
Title:
Signature:
Observation Date: May
_
Observers Name:
201
_
_
Title:
Observation Date: April
_
Observers Name:
201
_
_
Signature:
Observation Date: March
_
Title:
201
_
201
Observers Name:
Observation Date: February
Time Discharge Began
Were Pollutants Observed
(If yes, complete reverse side)
Observation Time
Drainage Location Description
Time Discharge Began
Were Pollutants Observed
(If yes, complete reverse side)
Observation Time
Drainage Location Description
Time Discharge Began
Were Pollutants Observed
(If yes, complete reverse side)
Observation Time
Drainage Location Description
Time Discharge Began
Were Pollutants Observed
(If yes, complete reverse side)
Observation Time
Drainage Location Description
Storm water discharge visual observations are required for at least one storm
event per month between October 1 and May 31.
Visual observations must be conducted during the first hour of discharge
at all discharge locations.
Discharges of temporarily stored or contained storm water must be observed
at the time of discharge.
YES
#1
YES
#1
YES
#1
YES
#1
SIDE A
NO
NO
NO
NO
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
YES
#2
YES
#2
YES
#2
YES
#2
NO
NO
NO
NO
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
YES
#3
YES
#3
YES
#3
YES
#3
NO
NO
NO
NO
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
YES
#4
YES
#4
YES
#4
YES
#4
NO
NO
NO
NO
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.
Indicate “None” in the first column of this form if you did not conduct a monthly visual observation.
Make additional copies of this form as necessary.
Until a monthly visual observation is made, record any eligible storm events that do not result in a storm water
discharge and note the date, time, name, and title of who observed there was no storm water discharge.
STORM WATER DISCHARGES
FORM 4 (Continued)-MONTHLY VISUAL OBSERVATIONS OF
ANNUAL REPORT
201 -201
_
_
_
_
_
AM
PM
AM
PM
AM
PM
AM
PM
AM
PM
DATE/TIME OF
OBSERVATION
(From Reverse Side)
EXAMPLE: Discharge from
material storage Area #2
DRAINAGE AREA
DESCRIPTION
Indicate whether storm water discharge is clear,
cloudy, or discolored; causing staining; containing
floating objects or an oil sheen, has odors, etc.
DESCRIBE STORM WATER DISCHARGE
CHARACTERISTICS
EXAMPLE: Oil sheen caused by oil
dripped by trucks in vehicle maintenance
area.
IDENTIFY AND DESCRIBE
SOURCE(S) OF POLLUTANTS
FORM 4 (Continued)-MONTHLY VISUAL OBSERVATIONS OF
STORM WATER DISCHARGES
ANNUAL REPORT
201 -201
DESCRIBE ANY REVISED OR NEW BMPs AND
THEIR DATE OF IMPLEMENTATION
SIDE B
POTENTIAL POLLUTANT
SOURCE/INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY AREA
(as identified in your SWPPP)
POTENTIAL POLLUTANT
SOURCE/INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY AREA
(as identified in your SWPPP)
POTENTIAL POLLUTANT
SOURCE/INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY AREA
(as identified in your SWPPP)
YES
NO
YES
NO
ARE ADDITIONAL/REVISED
BMPs NECESSARY?
YES
NO
ARE ADDITIONAL/REVISED
BMPs NECESSARY?
YES
NO
ARE ADDITIONAL/REVISED
BMPs NECESSARY?
YES
NO
HAVE ANY BMPs NOT BEEN
FULLY IMPLEMENTED?
YES
NO
HAVE ANY BMPs NOT BEEN
FULLY IMPLEMENTED?
YES
NO
HAVE ANY BMPs NOT BEEN
FULLY IMPLEMENTED?
YES
NO
HAVE ANY BMPs NOT BEEN
FULLY IMPLEMENTED?
INSPECTOR NAME:
POTENTIAL POLLUTANT
SOURCE/INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY AREA
(as identified in your SWPPP)
EVALUATION DATE:
ARE ADDITIONAL/REVISED
BMPs NECESSARY?
If yes, to either
question, complete
the next two
columns of this
form
If yes, to either
question, complete
the next two
columns of this
form
If yes, to either
question, complete
the next two
columns of this
form
If yes, to either
question, complete
the next two
columns of this
form
TITLE:
Describe deficiencies in BMPs or BMP
implementation
Describe deficiencies in BMPs or BMP
implementation
Describe deficiencies in BMPs or BMP
implementation
Describe deficiencies in BMPs or BMP
implementation
SIDE A
Describe additional/revised BMPs or
corrective actions and their date(s) of
implementation
Describe additional/revised BMPs or
corrective actions and their date(s) of
implementation
Describe additional/revised BMPs or
corrective actions and their date(s) of
implementation
Describe additional/revised BMPs or
corrective actions and their date(s) of
implementation
SIGNATURE:
FORM 5-ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE SITE COMPLIANCE EVALUATION
POTENTIAL POLLUTANT SOURCE/INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY BMP STATUS
ANNUAL REPORT
201 -201
POTENTIAL POLLUTANT
SOURCE/INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY AREA
(as identified in your SWPPP)
POTENTIAL POLLUTANT
SOURCE/INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY AREA
(as identified in your SWPPP)
POTENTIAL POLLUTANT
SOURCE/INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY AREA
(as identified in your SWPPP)
YES
NO
YES
NO
ARE ADDITIONAL/REVISED
BMPs NECESSARY?
YES
NO
ARE ADDITIONAL/REVISED
BMPs NECESSARY?
YES
NO
ARE ADDITIONAL/REVISED
BMPs NECESSARY?
YES
NO
HAVE ANY BMPs NOT BEEN
FULLY IMPLEMENTED?
YES
NO
HAVE ANY BMPs NOT BEEN
FULLY IMPLEMENTED?
YES
NO
HAVE ANY BMPs NOT BEEN
FULLY IMPLEMENTED?
YES
NO
HAVE ANY BMPs NOT BEEN
FULLY IMPLEMENTED?
INSPECTOR NAME:
POTENTIAL POLLUTANT
SOURCE/INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY AREA
(as identified in your SWPPP)
EVALUATION DATE:
ARE ADDITIONAL/REVISED
BMPs NECESSARY?
If yes, to either
question,
complete the
next two
columns of this
form
If yes, to either
question,
complete the
next two
columns of this
form
If yes, to either
question,
complete the
next two
columns of this
form
If yes, to either
question,
complete the
next two
columns of this
form
TITLE:
Describe deficiencies in BMPs or BMP
implementation
Describe deficiencies in BMPs or BMP
implementation
Describe deficiencies in BMPs or BMP
implementation
Describe deficiencies in BMPs or BMP
implementation
SIDE B
Describe additional/revised BMPs or
corrective actions and their date(s) of
implementation
Describe additional/revised BMPs or
corrective actions and their date(s) of
implementation
Describe additional/revised BMPs or
corrective actions and their date(s) of
implementation
Describe additional/revised BMPs or
corrective actions and their date(s) of
implementation
SIGNATURE:
FORM 5 (Continued)-ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE SITE COMPLIANCE EVALUATION
POTENTIAL POLLUTANT SOURCE/INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY BMP STATUS
ANNUAL REPORT
201 -201
Appendix D
Example of Visual Observation Forms
STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN
QUARTERLY DRY (NON-STORMWATER)
VISUAL OBSERVATION FORM
Facility Address:
Anaheim Truck Depot and O&M Facility
1231-1235 North Blue Gum Street
Anaheim, CA, 92806
Observer Name(s):_________________________________ Title:___________________________
Date:______/______/________
Time:___________AM/PM
Complete by Sep. 30th, Dec. 31st, Mar. 31st, and Jun. 30th
Monitoring Locations:
Monitoring Point 2 (Blue Gum Street)
1. Is there non-storm water discharge at MP-2? YES / NO (circle one)
2. If “yes”, describe the location(s), the source of the discharge, and if it is authorized.
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Authorized non-stormwater discharges include fire hydrant flushing, potable water discharge from the operation, maintenance or testing
of potable water sources, drinking fountains, irrigation drainage, landscape watering, and atmospheric condensates from refrigeration,
air conditioning, and compressors.
3. If there is discharge, please describe it using the following characteristics:
Any turbidity (clear, cloudy, or murky)?_______________________________
Any unusual color or oily sheen?_______________________________
Any unpleasant odor?_______________________________
Any floating debris (grass, trash, oil, etc.)?_______________________________
Identify & describe the source(s) of pollutants:___________________________________________
4. Describe any abnormal conditions at the discharge point such as stains, residue, oil, silt,
sludge, or dead/dying vegetation:
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
5. Describe any corrective measures that are to be taken as a result of these observations:
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
6. Are new or revised Best Management Practices (BMPs) required (Include date of
implementation)?___________________________________________________________________
7. Inspector discussed BMPs and storm water management with employees? YES / NO (circle one)
STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN
MONTHLY WET SEASON
VISUAL OBSERVATION FORM
Facility Address:
Anaheim Truck Depot and O&M Facility
1231-1235 North Blue Gum Street
Anaheim, CA, 92806
Observer Name(s):_________________________________ Title:___________________________
1. Was there storm water discharge during regular facility operating hours this month? Yes / No
If there was no storm water discharge during business hours this month, then you are done with this form.
Date: ______/______/_______This form must by completed by the end of Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, & May
2. Monitoring Location Monitoring Point 2 (Blue Gum Street)
Observation Time:________AM/PM Est. Time Storm Water Discharge Began:________AM/PM
If there was storm water discharge at MP-2, please describe it:
Any turbidity (clear, cloudy, or murky)?_______________________________
Any unusual color or oily sheen?_______________________________
Any unpleasant odor?_______________________________
Any floating debris (grass, trash, oil, etc.)?_______________________________
Identify & describe the source(s) of pollutants:___________________________________________
3. Describe any corrective measures that are to be taken as a result of these observations:
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
4. Are new or revised Best Management Practices (BMPs) required? Yes / No If yes, describe:
___________________________________________________________________________Date of Implementation:______________
5. Were storm water samples collected and submitted to a laboratory for analysis? Yes / No
6. Field measured pH (if applicable):__________________(use a meter calibrated for pH 4, 7, & 10)
7. Inspector discussed BMPs and storm water management with employees? YES / NO (circle one)
Storm water observations should be done in daylight during scheduled facility operating hours, within the first hour of discharge, on a
day preceded by at least 3 “working” days without stormwater discharge, whenever possible
STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN
STORM CHAMBER
VISUAL OBSERVATION FORM
Facility Address:
Anaheim Truck Depot and O&M Facility
1231-1235 North Blue Gum Street
Anaheim, CA, 92806
Observer Name(s):_________________________________ Title:___________________________
1. Date: ______/______/_______This form must be completed during every rain event that produces greater than
0.10 inch of rain and occurs during scheduled facility operating hours Monday through Friday.
2. Estimated Rainfall Amount:_____________________________________inches
3. StormChamber® overflow is expected? Yes / No (circle one)
4. StormChamber® 1 and overflow monitoring location MP-1 (North side of site)
Observation Time:________AM/PM Is storm water discharge observed: Yes / No (circle one)
Estimated Time Storm Water Discharge/Overflow Began:________AM/PM
Are pre-filter BMPs (fiber rolls, rock basket, & chevrons) in good condition? Yes / No (circle one)
When were BMPs last cleaned and/or replaced? _________________________________________
If there is storm water discharge/overflow at MP-1/Area 1, please describe it:
Any turbidity (clear, cloudy, or murky)?_______________________________
Any unusual color or oily sheen?_______________________________
Any unpleasant odor?_______________________________
Any floating debris (grass, trash, oil, etc.)?_______________________________
Identify & describe the source(s) of pollutants:___________________________________________
Describe any corrective measures that are to be taken as a result of these observations:
__________________________________________________________________________________
5. StormChamber® 3 and overflow monitoring location (North of Coronado Street)
Observation Time:________AM/PM Is storm water discharge observed: Yes / No (circle one)
Estimated Time Storm Water Discharge/Overflow Began:________AM/PM
Are pre-filter BMPs (fiber rolls, rock basket, & chevrons) in good condition? Yes / No (circle one)
When were BMPs last cleaned and/or replaced? ________________________________________
STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN
STORM CHAMBER
VISUAL OBSERVATION FORM (Page 2)
When was the SedimenTrap™ last cleaned out? ________________________________________
Does the StormChamber® 3 appear to be functioning correctly? Yes / No (circle one)
If there was storm water discharge/overflow at Area 3, please describe it:
Any turbidity (clear, cloudy, or murky)?_______________________________
Any unusual color or oily sheen?_______________________________
Any unpleasant odor?_______________________________
Any floating debris (grass, trash, oil, etc.)?_______________________________
Identify & describe the source(s) of pollutants:___________________________________________
Describe any corrective measures that are to be taken as a result of these observations:
__________________________________________________________________________________
6. StormChamber® 4 and overflow monitoring location (South of Bin Storage Building)
Observation Time:________AM/PM Is storm water discharge observed: Yes / No (circle one)
Estimated Time Storm Water Discharge/Overflow Began:________AM/PM
Are pre-filter BMPs (fiber rolls, rock basket, & chevrons) in good condition? Yes / No (circle one)
When were BMPs last cleaned and/or replaced? ________________________________________
When was the SedimenTrap™ last cleaned out? ________________________________________
Does the StormChamber® 4 appear to be functioning correctly? Yes / No (circle one)
If there was storm water discharge/overflow at Area 4, please describe it:
Any turbidity (clear, cloudy, or murky)?_______________________________
Any unusual color or oily sheen?_______________________________
Any unpleasant odor?_______________________________
Any floating debris (grass, trash, oil, etc.)?_______________________________
STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN
STORM CHAMBER
VISUAL OBSERVATION FORM (Page 3)
Identify & describe the source(s) of pollutants:___________________________________________
Describe any corrective measures that are to be taken as a result of these observations:
__________________________________________________________________________________
7. StormChamber® 5 and overflow monitoring location (Southwest corner of site)
Observation Time:________AM/PM Is storm water discharge observed: Yes / No (circle one)
Estimated Time Storm Water Discharge/Overflow Began:________AM/PM
Are pre-filter BMPs (fiber rolls, rock basket, & chevrons) in good condition? Yes / No (circle one)
When were BMPs last cleaned and/or replaced? _________________________________________
If there is storm water discharge/overflow at Area 5, please describe it:
Any turbidity (clear, cloudy, or murky)?_______________________________
Any unusual color or oily sheen?_______________________________
Any unpleasant odor?_______________________________
Any floating debris (grass, trash, oil, etc.)?_______________________________
Identify & describe the source(s) of pollutants:___________________________________________
Describe any corrective measures that are to be taken as a result of these observations:
__________________________________________________________________________________
8. Are new or revised Best Management Practices (BMPs) required? Yes / No If yes, describe:
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
9. Date of Implementation of new BMPs:______________________________________________
10. Were storm water samples collected and submitted to a laboratory for analysis? Yes / No
LITTER CONTROL LOG
Daily record keeping of housekeeping activities at ATD and O&M
Focus on litter and paper debris along yard and perimeter of 1231 & 1245 Blue Gum Street
Requirements: PPE (Boots, Safety Vest lvl 3, Safety Glasses, Gloves) worn at all times.
Date:
Mon
1 Front of 1231 Blue Gum Street
Clean Curbside
Pick up litter from grass/shrubs
Pick up debris in Parking Lot
Sweep parking lot
2 O & M yard at 1245 Blue Gum St
Clean Front Curbside
Pick up litter from grass/shrubs
Pick up debris in Parking Lot
Pick up debris along fencing
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Comments
STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN
TARP APPLICATION & INSPECTION LOG
Tarps/sheeting must be firmly held in place with sandbags/weights or tarp hold-down systems. If applicable,
seams should be taped or weighted down their entire length, with a 12 to 24 inch overlap to prevent gaps. Tarps
may be joined using Grip Clips or other fastening devices. All sheeting must be inspected periodically after
installation and after heavy storms or wind. Any failures must be corrected immediately and torn tarps replaced.
The failures and corrections such as re-securing tarps or tarp replacements, should be described.
Inspectors Name(s):________________________________ Title:___________________________
Rain Start Date: _________________________
Approximate Rain Start Time:_____________
Storm End Date:_________________________
Date Tarps were removed:_________________
TARP INSPECTION LOG – (The first line is for the initial tarp application, put subsequent
inspections on the following lines)
Material(s)
Tarp Securing
Describe any failures and
DATE
TIME
Covered
Method
corrections
Additional Comments:
Appendix E
Example of Chain of Custody Form
714-238-3316
72 HR
NO.
OF
CONT.
0
Received by: (Signature/Affiliation)
3
Relinquished by: (Signature)
2
Dan Capener
Received by: (Signature/Affiliation)
5
w
LOG CODE:
10 DAYS
MATRIX
5 DAYS
92806
Relinquished by: (Signature)
TIME
SAMPLING
DATE
48 HR
ZIP:
dcapener@republicservices.com
CA
Field Filtered
Received by: (Signature/Affiliation)
Monitoring Point 1 (Blue Gum St.)
SAMPLE ID
GLOBAL ID:
24 HR
E-MAIL:
STATE:
TPH(d) or DRO or (C6-C36) or (C6-C44)
Relinquished by: (Signature)
LAB
USE
ONLY
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
COELT EDF
SAME DAY
TURNAROUND TIME:
TEL:
Anaheim
TPH (____________________________)
CITY:
Unpreserved
PROJECT CONTACT:
Date:
Date:
Date:
OF
Gregorio Urueta
SAMPLER(S): (PRINT)
P.O. NO.:
REQUESTED ANALYSES
En Core / Terra Core Prep (5035)
1235 N. Blue Gum Street
Preserved
Anaheim Truck Depot/O&M Storm Water
SVOCs (8270)
ADDRESS:
Pesticides (8081)
VOCs (8260)
BTEX / MTBE (8260) or (______________)
Republic Waste Services of Southern CA, LLC - ATD/O&M
PCBs (8082)
CLIENT PROJECT NAME / NUMBER:
PNAs (8310) or (8270)
LABORATORY CLIENT:
TPH(g) or GRO
PAGE:
T22 Metals (6010/747X)
¯
Cr(VI) [7196 or 7199 or 218.6]
TEL: (714) 895-5494 . FAX: (714) 894-7501
x
Enterococci
DATE:
Time:
Time:
Time:
x
Oil & Grease
GARDEN GROVE, CA 92841-1427
Oxygenates (8260)
CHAIN OF CUSTODY RECORD
x
x
06/01/10 Revision
x
TSS
WO # / LAB USE ONLY
EC / pH
7440 LINCOLN WAY
Fecal Coliform
Exhibit D
DRAFT STORM WATER POLLUTION
PREVENTION & MONITORING PLAN
Inland Regional Material Recovery Facility (IRMRF)
Material Recovery Facility and Transfer Station
2059 Steel Road
Colton, CA, 92324
WDID No. 8 36S017024
Prepared for:
Republic Waste Services of Southern California, L.L.C.
1131 N. Blue Gum
Anaheim, CA 92806
Prepared by:
1036 W. Taft Avenue, Suite 200
Orange, CA 92865
I certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under my
direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to ensure that qualified personnel
properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based upon my inquiry of the persons
who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the
information submitted is to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am
aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility
of fine and imprisonment for knowing violations.
_____________________________________________________________________________
General Manager
Republic Waste Services of Southern California, L.L.C.
Revision Date: September 27, 2013
Inland Regional Material Recovery Facility (IRMRF)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION A. STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN REQUIREMENTS .............................. 1
A.1
BACKGROUND ............................................................................................................................................. 1
A.1.1 Regulatory Background ................................................................................................................................ 1
A.1.2 Site Information ............................................................................................................................................ 2
A.2
OBJECTIVES................................................................................................................................................. 2
A.3
FACILITY ORGANIZATION & DESCRIPTION..................................................................................... 3
A.3.a Pollution Prevention Team ............................................................................................................................ 4
A.4
STORM WATER DRAINAGE PATTERNS AND SAMPLING LOCATIONS ...................................... 4
A.4.1 Drainage Estimate ......................................................................................................................................... 5
A.5
LIST OF SIGNIFICANT MATERIALS ...................................................................................................... 5
A.6
POTENTIAL POLLUTANT SOURCES ..................................................................................................... 5
A.6.a.i Industrial Processes ............................................................................................................................... 5
A.6.a.ii Material Handling and Storage Areas ................................................................................................... 7
A.6.a.iii Dust and Particulate Generating Activities ........................................................................................... 7
A.6.a.iv Significant Spills and Leaks .................................................................................................................. 7
A.6.a.v Non-Storm Water Discharges ................................................................................................................ 7
A.6.a.vi Soil Erosion ........................................................................................................................................... 8
A.7
ASSESSMENT OF POTENTIAL POLLUTANT SOURCES ................................................................... 8
A.8
STORM WATER BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES ......................................................................... 9
A.8.a STORM WATER BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES – NON-STRUCTURAL ................................... 9
A.8.a.i
Good Housekeeping ............................................................................................................................. 9
A.8.a.ii
Preventive Maintenance ..................................................................................................................... 10
A.8.a.iii Spill Response .................................................................................................................................... 10
A.8.a.iv Material Handling and Storage Including Waste Handling/Recycling ............................................... 11
A.8.a.v Employee Training ............................................................................................................................. 11
A.8.a.vi Recordkeeping and Internal Reporting ............................................................................................... 12
A.8.a.vii Erosion Control and Site Stabilization ............................................................................................... 12
A.8.a.viii Inspections ......................................................................................................................................... 12
A.8.a.ix Metal Roof Sampling ......................................................................................................................... 13
A.8.a.x Quality Assurance .............................................................................................................................. 13
A.8.b
STORM WATER BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES – STRUCTURAL ........................................ 14
A.8.b.i Overhead Coverage................................................................................................................................... 14
A.8.b.ii Control Devices ........................................................................................................................................ 14
A.8.b.iii Secondary Containment Structures ........................................................................................................... 14
A.8.b.iv Treatment .................................................................................................................................................. 15
A.9
ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE SITE COMPLIANCE EVALUATION ................................................ 15
A.10
SWPPP GENERAL REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................................... 16
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SECTION B. MONITORING PROGRAM AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS ....................................... 18
B.1
SWPPP IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE AND RESPONSIBILITY ................................................ 18
B.2
OBJECTIVES............................................................................................................................................... 18
B.3
NON-STORM WATER VISUAL OBSERVATIONS............................................................................... 19
B.4
STORM WATER DISCHARGE VISUAL OBSERVATION .................................................................. 19
B.5
SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS .................................................................................................................... 20
B.5.i Rationale for Sampling/Sampling Locations ............................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.
B.5.ii Sampling Methods/Parameters..................................................................................................................... 20
B.6
SAMPLE STORM WATER DISCHARGE LOCATIONS ...................................................................... 21
B.6.a Representative Drainage Areas ................................................................................................................... 21
B.6.b Comingled Storm Water.............................................................................................................................. 22
B.6.c Sample Locations That Are Difficult to Observe and Sample..................................................................... 22
B.6.d Substantially Identical Drainage Areas ....................................................................................................... 22
B.7
VISUAL OBSERVATION AND SAMPLE COLLECTION EXCEPTIONS ......................................... 22
B.7.a Exceptions ................................................................................................................................................... 22
B.7.b Non-Qualifying Observation and Sampling Exceptions ............................................................................. 22
B.8
ALTERNATIVE MONITORING PROCEDURES .................................................................................. 23
B.9
MONITORING METHODS ....................................................................................................................... 23
B.9.a Rationale for IRMRF Monitoring Program ................................................................................................. 23
B.9.a.i Visual Observations .............................................................................................................................. 23
B.9.a.ii Sampling Locations .............................................................................................................................. 23
B.9.a.iii Analytical Methods and Detection Limits ............................................................................................ 24
B.9.b Sampling and Sample Preservation ............................................................................................................. 24
B.10
INACTIVE MINING OPERATIONS ........................................................................................................ 25
B.11
SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS EXEMPTIONS AND REDUCTIONS ................................................... 25
B.12
RECORDS .................................................................................................................................................... 25
B.13
ANNUAL REPORT ..................................................................................................................................... 26
B.14
GROUP MONITORING ............................................................................................................................. 26
B.15
WATERSHED MONITORING OPTION ................................................................................................. 26
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Figure 1 – Site Vicinity Map
Figure 2 – SWPPP Site Plan
Figure 3A – Preliminary BMP Site Map
Figure 3B – Preliminary Bioretention Area 1
Figure 3C – Preliminary StormChamber Underground Infiltration Area 2
Table 1 – Inland Regional Material Recovery Facility Storm Water Pollution Prevention
Team
Table 2 – List of Significant Materials at IRMRF
Table 3 – Assessment of Potential Pollution Sources and Corresponding Best Management
Practices at IRMRF
Appendix A – Copy of General Storm Water Permit
Appendix B – Receipt of Notice of Intent
Appendix C – Example of Annual Report Forms
Appendix D – Example of Visual Observation Forms
Appendix E – Example of Chain of Custody Form
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SECTION A. STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN REQUIREMENTS
A.1
BACKGROUND
This storm water pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) has been created by Environ Strategy
Consultants, Inc. (Environ Strategy) for Inland Regional Material Recovery Facility (IRMRF)
owned and operated by Republic Waste Services of Southern California, L.L.C. (Republic). The
contents of this SWPPP are consistent with the guidelines of the California State Water
Resources Control Board (SWRCB) and include facility runoff locations and descriptions,
narratives of both facility processes and storm water prevention techniques, and a monitoring
program with reporting requirements. The objectives of this SWPPP are: (1) to identify and
evaluate sources of pollutants associated with industrial activities that may affect the quality of
storm water discharges and authorized non-storm water discharges from the site; and (2) to
identify and implement site-specific Best Management Practices (BMPs) to reduce or prevent
pollutants associated with industrial activities in storm water discharges and authorized nonstorm water discharges. The results of this SWPPP are based upon a facility audit and
documentation provided by Environ Strategy. IRMRF is fully aware of the significance of
pollution on the immediate and larger environment and is adamant about maintaining and
exceeding regulatory compliance.
A.1.1 Regulatory Background
Storm water at IRMRF is managed in accordance with appropriate federal and state regulations
including the Environmental Protection Agency, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System (NPDES) requirements. In response to federal regulations promulgated in 1972 by the
Water Pollution Control Act (also known as Clean Water Act or CWA), as amended in 1989 and
codified as final regulations in 1990 in Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 122
(40 CFR 122), SWRCB elected to issue a statewide General Permit that would apply to all
discharges covered under the new regulations, except municipal storm drain systems and storm
water discharges from construction activities covered under separate statewide permits. The
General Permit was initially issued in November 1991 under Water Quality Order
No. 91-13-DWQ. The monitoring requirements of the General Permit were amended in
September 1992 by Order No. 92-12-DWQ.
SWRCB issued a revised General Permit under Order No. 97-03-DWQ in April 1997 (revised
General Permit) to replace the existing General Permit issued under Order No. 91-13-DWQ (as
amended by Order No. 92-12-DWQ). This revised General Permit was issued to amend some of
the provisions of the expired permit in accordance with federal regulations. The revised General
Permit is described in the following section.
The revised General Permit issued under SWRCB Order No. 97-03-DWQ had waste discharge
requirements (WDRs) for discharges of storm water associated with industrial activities.
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Industrial sites covered under the former and revised permits must comply with the following
requirements:
Submit an abbreviated Notice of Intent (NOI) form.
Prepare a revised SWPPP to comply with the appropriate requirements of the revised
General Permit.
Develop and implement a revised storm water monitoring program.
Report storm water testing results and perform a comprehensive site compliance evaluation
annually.
A copy of the revised General Permit for Order No. 97-03-DWQ is enclosed in Appendix A.
IRMRF originally applied for the Regional Water Quality Control Board General Storm Water
Permit on March 2, 1992. A copy of the NOI is included in Appendix B.
A.1.2 Site Information
This facility provides commercial and residential solid waste pick up within Anaheim and
outlying areas. IRMRF provides a valuable service to the surrounding community through waste
and recyclable material pickup, processing, and handling (see Figure 1). The facility is a whollyowned subsidiary of Republic.
Name/Address:
Republic Waste Services of Southern California, L.L.C.
Inland Regional Material Recovery Facility
2059 Steel Road
Colton, CA 92324
Site Contact:
Facility SIC Codes:
WDID Number:
Andre Griggs, General Manager (Telephone 909-370-3377)
4953 (Transfer Station)
8 36I017024
A.2
OBJECTIVES
The objectives of this SWPPP are: (1) to identify and evaluate sources of pollutants associated
with industrial activities that may affect the quality of storm water discharges and authorized
non-storm water discharges from the site; and (2) to identify and implement site-specific best
management practices (BMPs) to reduce or prevent pollutants associated with industrial
activities in storm water discharges and authorized non-storm water discharges. The results of
this SWPPP are based upon a facility audit and documentation provided to Environ Strategy.
IRMRF is fully aware of the significance of pollution on the immediate and larger environment
and is adamant about maintaining and exceeding regulatory compliance.
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FACILITY ORGANIZATION & DESCRIPTION
This site houses the San Bernardino County operations of Republic and is an integrated solid
waste management company. The IRMRF was developed to sort and recover recyclable
materials from the solid waste streams of the City of Colton and surrounding areas.
Unrecoverable solid waste is transferred to local landfill, or to another Republic site for further
processing. The site also serves as a maintenance facility for collection vehicles used in
Republic’s San Bernardino County collection operations. Site support facilities include a vehicle
maintenance area, employee break area / restrooms and administrative office buildings. The site
map presented in Figure 2 depicts the current general configuration of the site, the location of
key site elements, and a general description of drainage flow on the property.
This site is approximately 6.14 acres in size. Approximately 85% of the site is surfaced in
impervious materials. Structures account for approximately 12% of the site while 73% is
comprised of paved areas. The remaining 15% pervious surface consists of landscaped areas, and
some parking areas (compacted soil covered with bark or rock.)
The site drains in general from the northeast to the south and southwest directions. Surface
drainage is collected in swales along the north, west and south boundaries of the property, and is
conveyed to Steel Road via concrete ribbon gutters and the driveway.
Site operations include the maintenance of solid waste collection vehicles, employee parking
areas and activities associated with the recovery of recyclable materials and transfer of solid
waste. With the exception of public disposal and green-waste, all solid waste sorting, recovery
and transfer operations are assigned to a covered, enclosed area known as the MRF (Material
Recovery Facility) building. Public Disposal and green/wood waste operations occur in areas
adjacent to the MRF building. Maintenance of collection vehicles occurs on a partially covered,
paved and bermed area located near the north/ central portion of the site.
For simplicity and identification purposes, this SWPPP dissects the facility into three (3) sections.
General drainage areas and activities within each section are as follows:
Section 1- includes the north and western portions of IRMRF containing the MRF, Maintenance
Building, green and wood waste staging areas, fuel station, the household hazardous waste
storage sea container, and asphalt/concrete-paved lots used for employee parking.
Section 2- includes the office trailers, the truck wash area, scale, and part of the paved employee
parking area.
Section 3- includes the unpaved east portion of the site used for bin, container, and equipment
storage.
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A.3.a Pollution Prevention Team
The members of the IRMRF Pollution Prevention Team (PPT) are listed in Table 1. The PPT
has the authority and responsibility for coordinating and implementing the SWPPP. The PPT
includes personnel knowledgeable in spill control, health and safety, materials management, and
waste management. The General Manager of the facility oversees the SWPPP and delegates
responsibility to site staff to act as the PPT. The ongoing training and implementation of this
SWPPP and monitoring program is the responsibility of the General Manager, who may be
supported in these responsibilities by Republic’s Maintenance Managers, Operations Managers,
and/or Environmental Managers.
A.4
STORM WATER DRAINAGE PATTERNS AND SAMPLING LOCATIONS
There are storm water swales along the north, west and south boundaries of the site which direct
flow to the south and southwest and concrete ribbon gutters convey the water towards Steel Road
(Figure 2). The majority of Section 1 runoff flows to the southwest corner of the site where it
passes through a storm water settling clarifier before discharging onto Steel Road via a drain.
The majority of Section 2 runoff flows via gravity flow to the south and discharges onto Steel
Road via an under-sidewalk drain behind the office trailer. Section 3 rarely has runoff, but in the
event of heavy precipitation the runoff may flow into Section 2 from Section 3. Section 3 is
graded and surrounded by walls to prevent any site runoff from migrating directly offsite. There
are storm drains located on Steel Road that are not the responsibility of IRMRF.
For the purposes of this Plan, IRMRF has identified two (2) representative storm water discharge
locations that have been selected for monitoring as illustrated on Figure 2. The monitoring
points are: MP-1 at the southwest corner of the site near the storm water settling clarifier; and
MP-2 from the under-sidewalk culvert behind the office trailer that discharges to Steel Road
(east end of the site). These sampling locations will be modified slightly once the proposed
bioretention area located upstream of MP-1 and the proposed StormChamber® located upstream
of MP-2 are installed (Figure 3A). The proposed bioretention and StormChamber® are designed
to capture runoff from an 85th percentile storm. Therefore, a storm event greater than the 85th
percentile may be required to produce enough storm water discharge to enable sample collection.
The StormChamber® and bioretention areas will be inspected during rain events that produce
greater than 0.10 inch as measured by the onsite continuous recording rain gauge, during
scheduled facility operating hours. These inspections will be documented on the Bioretention
and StormChamber Visual Observation Form enclosed in Appendix D. Overflow will be
sampled if it occurs, and photographs taken. If the overflow is due to a storm event greater than
the 85th percentile, the sampling will be for informational purposes only.
The drainage from the IRMRF ultimately flows southwest towards the Santa Ana River
(receiving waters), which are located approximately one (1) mile from the site.
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A.4.1 Drainage Estimate
An estimate of drainage to specific sampling points, in relation to facility square footage is
presented in the following table. Figure 2 illustrates the described areas and monitoring points.
Sample
Area
Section 1
MP-1
Section 2
MP-2
Section 3
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Runoff Source Area
MRF, Maintenance building, fuel AST, green/wood waste
and recyclables areas, and hazardous waste sea containers
Office trailers, scale, truck/equipment wash area, and a
portion of the employee parking area
Unpaved east lot used for bin, container, & equipment
storage. Does not discharge offsite.
% of Total
Facility
(Approx.
Sq. Feet)
81%
211,950
7%
18,440
12%
31,430
LIST OF SIGNIFICANT MATERIALS
Raw materials reported to the local Hazardous Material Business Plan program, and used either
currently or within the last two to three years by IRMRF are listed in Table 2. A complete listing
of raw materials is also contained in the IRMRF Hazard Communication Material Safety Data
Sheet (MSDS) binder. See Figure 2 for the approximate locations of material storage areas.
A.6
POTENTIAL POLLUTANT SOURCES
This section identifies the process and material handling areas and lists the significant materials
that are handled and stored in each area at the IRMRF. There is no run-on at the entrance or exit
of this site due to site topography. Run-on from CalTrans property (along the north perimeter)
will be prevented by adding additional layers of block to the existing CMU wall at the property
boundary and/or asphalt curbing along the chain-link fence by December 31, 2013. Silt fencing
will be used to prevent dust from being carried onto the site. A berm will be constructed to
prevent sediment transfer from the unpaved lot by December 31, 2013.
A.6.a.i Industrial Processes
Process areas identified as potential source contributors to pollutants in storm water runoff
include: the MRF; green/wood waste and recyclable materials staging areas; maintenance area;
the refueling area; household hazardous waste storage container; truck/equipment wash area;
vehicle parking areas; and other paved and unpaved areas used for equipment parking and
storage. Pollutants inadvertently coming in contact with rainwater may increase levels of oil and
grease (O&G), total suspended solids (TSS), metals, and chemical oxygen demand (COD). The
potential pollutants in these areas are discussed for each area described below.
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Maintenance Building and Work Area:
The maintenance building is where most of the chemicals that are used at the IRMRF are stored.
Chemicals are ordered on an as needed basis so there is no build-up of materials in stock. All
chemicals are stored in appropriate cabinets and/or containment devices. Any materials spilled
are immediately treated with absorbent materials and cleaned up to avoid tracking off site. There
is no history of any releases of chemical from this location on the site.
Material Recovery Facility – Solid Waste Processing Building:
The majority of unloading, processing, and loading of municipal solid waste is performed within
the MRF. These wastes are non-chemical in nature but equipment performing operations may
result in minor dripping of oil or other equipment components (i.e. metals). Incoming waste may
also contain household hazardous waste which is identified and removed from the area by trained
employees. The roof drains of this building will be redirected to discharge on the south side of
the building to avoid contact with potential pollutants.
Outside Waste Staging Areas:
The outside waste staging area consists of paved areas in the vicinity of the MRF building where
green and wood waste is processed and temporarily stored against K-rails. Baled recyclable
materials are also temporarily stored on the north side of the MRF building and loaded in sea
containers for transport off-site as soon as economically feasible.
Equipment and Bins Parking and Storage Areas:
Heavy off-road equipment used for loading and unloading activities, containers and/or bins are
stored on paved lots and also the unpaved east side of the site. The equipment, bins and
containers may result in minor dripping of oil, other equipment components (i.e. metals), and
waste residues. These areas are inspected regularly for drips, which are cleaned up by onsite
maintenance staff if found. Containers and bins are inspected for leaks and the contents are
checked to make sure that they are not creating a hazard. The unpaved area will be separated
from the paved area by a berm to prevent sediment run-off from the unpaved area by December
31, 2013.
Vehicle Parking Areas:
These areas are located on asphalt or concrete paving and are potential sites for storm water
pollution from the vehicle liquids or other leaks. These areas are checked for leaks on a regular
basis. Any trucks that are leaking will be repaired and the minor spillage cleaned up immediately.
Diesel Refueling Area:
There is an above ground portable diesel fuel tank/container that is usually parked near the
maintenance building. This tank will be staged under cover on the east side of the maintenance
building. The fuel dispensing area will be surrounded by berms as discussed in Section A.8.b.
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Spillage of fuel can occur if employees are not trained or do not follow the standard operating
procedures for the fuel use.
Truck and Equipment Wash Area:
Truck and equipment cleaning is performed in a bermed and paved area equipped with a three
stage clarifier. Waste water could leave the area if employees are not trained or do not follow
the standard operating procedures. This area will be covered by a metal canopy by February 1,
2014, subject to receiving the necessary permits from the city of Colton.
A.6.a.ii Material Handling and Storage Areas
The significant materials and their storage locations at the site are listed in Table 2 - List of
Significant Materials at IRMRF. Municipal solid waste and recyclable materials are mainly
handled in the MRF. Bales of recyclable materials are stored on the north side of the MRF.
Green and wood waste and construction and demolition debris are handled west of the MRF.
Public dumping and temporary staging of other miscellaneous (non-hazardous) wastes are
handled east of the MRF. E-waste is stored in bins located northeast of the MRF. Small
amounts of household hazardous waste found in the municipal solid waste are temporarily stored
on spill containment pallets within a secure sea-container located northeast of the Maintenance
Building. Lubricating and other maintenance fluids are stored on spill containment pallets in a
sea-container adjacent to the Maintenance Building. Hazardous wastes generated by servicing
and maintenance of heavy equipment are limited to waste motor oil, gear oil, hydraulic oil, brake
fluid, waste antifreeze, used oil filters, batteries, soiled rags, and absorbent materials. These
wastes are accumulated in appropriately labeled containers having secondary containment. All
hazardous wastes at the site are transported off site under manifest for recycling and/or disposal
by qualified hazardous waste subcontractors that are certified to handle the waste.
A.6.a.iii Dust and Particulate Generating Activities
The unloading, sorting, loading and other processing and transfer activities of MSW, green waste,
and recyclable materials can generate dust and particulates. Much of the dust and particulates are
contained within the MRF Building, where they may collect along walls or in corners. To
prevent airborne dust and particulates, a misting system operates within the MRF and the loading
pit. These misters operate during active site hours.
A.6.a.iv Significant Spills and Leaks
There have been no identified, significant spills from the facility for materials listed in 40 CFR
Part 372, extremely hazardous materials, or other on-site raw materials onto the facility grounds
at IRMRF.
A.6.a.v Non-Storm Water Discharges
The IRMRF has installed engineering controls to prevent any non-storm water discharges
(irrigation water, air conditioner and misting system runoff, etc.) from leaving the site. These are
discussed later in Section A.8 – Storm Water Best Management Practices. Domestic wastewater
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is piped directly to municipal sanitary sewer lines. Republic does not anticipate non-storm water
discharges from the site. Spill kits and spill response procedures are in place to ensure that no
unauthorized non-storm water discharge will reach any infiltration areas.
A.6.a.vi Soil Erosion
Only 15% of the IRMRF has permeable surfaces with the potential to erode during heavy rain
events. These consist of landscaped areas along Steel Road, which have established plants and
grass to prevent erosion, and the unpaved lot at the east end of the site. Gravel is placed on the
unpaved east lot, which is used for equipment and bin staging. A berm will be constructed along
the east edge of the unpaved lot (Area 3) to prevent soil erosion and runoff by December 31,
2013.
A.6.b Potential Pollution Sources and Corresponding BMPs
The IRMRF has identified potential areas of impact to storm water runoff and has implemented
the best management practices listed in Table 3 – Assessment of Potential Pollutant Sources and
Corresponding Best Management Practices. The non-structural and structural BMPs are also
discussed in more detail in the following sections.
A.7
ASSESSMENT OF POTENTIAL POLLUTANT SOURCES
Certain materials used or stored at the IRMRF contain potential pollutants. The following table
lists the pollutants that have been identified as having a reasonable potential to be present in
storm water discharge.
Potential Pollutant
Source
Location
Ammonia (as N)
Solid waste and green waste
MRF and greenwaste processing areas
Chemical Oxygen Demand
(COD)
Organic material from solid waste and green
waste
MRF and greenwaste processing areas
Cyanide
Household hazardous waste
Hazardous Waste Storage container
Oil &Grease
Fuels, hydraulic fluid, & lubricants
Total Suspended Solids
(TSS)
Dirt and dust
Metals
Recyclable materials, C&D, solid waste,
metal roofs, and equipment, bins, & trucks
Maintenance Area, diesel AST, and
vehicle traffic areas
Unpaved areas, truck traffic areas, waste
transfer areas
MRF, metal staging areas, and bin storage
areas
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A.8 STORM WATER BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
Table 3 contains an assessment of potential pollutant sources and the corresponding best
management practices utilized at the IRMRF. The BMPs are also separated in to non-structural
and structural categories and described below.
A.8.a Storm Water Best Management Practices – Non-Structural
IRMRF has developed the following storm water management controls based upon the
requirements of the revised General Permit, facility process knowledge, and observed runoff
gradients. These storm water controls utilize existing personnel and established preventive
maintenance routines, including spill prevention and spill response techniques.
A.8.a.i Good Housekeeping
The following procedures are routinely employed to maintain IRMRF as a clean and orderly
facility:
A regenerative street sweeper operates on-site and along the access road adjacent to the
facility.
The entrance area is inspected and swept to prevent track-out.
The proposed track-out grid and cattle grid at the exit driveway will be cleaned regularly.
Hydrocarbon spots left by company/personnel vehicles are removed on a regular basis using
absorbent and/or a water-based, biodegradable solvent.
Parking lots are kept clean and clear of debris using dry sweeping methods or the street
sweepers.
Process drains, clarifiers, and cleanouts are inspected and periodically cleaned as necessary
to avoid excess pooling of industrial water and/or rainwater.
Rainwater drainage trenches, gutters, and downspouts are periodically cleaned to remove
excessive debris, vegetation, and silt so that storm flow is not obstructed.
Access roads and perimeter fences/walls are inspected frequently, and refuse is picked up and
disposed of properly.
All objects with raw material or finished product residues are kept covered and indoors, and
are periodically wiped clean.
Vehicle and equipment washing is performed in a bermed area equipped with a 3-stage
clarifier which treats waste water and discharges it to a sanitary sewer.
Absorbent material and pans are used to contain leaks, spills, or small discharges.
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Hazardous wastes that are generated at IRMRF are kept in clearly labeled and dated
containers awaiting transport off-site in accordance with applicable handling regulations.
Dedicated litter collection personnel inspect the facility daily and pick up any litter found.
Litter collection, tarp application and inspections, and BMP inspections and maintenance will
be logged with the inspection forms enclosed in Appendix D.
A.8.a.ii Preventive Maintenance
The following preventative maintenance procedures are routinely practiced at IRMRF:
Site vehicles and equipment receive regular maintenance in accordance with manufacturers’
recommendations to prevent leaks.
Absorbent material is readily available in areas where leaks may routinely occur (i.e.
refueling, parking, and maintenance areas).
Only trained site employees are allowed to fuel facility vehicles and equipment within
designated areas. They are instructed to report leaking fuel dispensers immediately to the
shop manager.
Individuals fueling vehicles are instructed not to “top off” or overfill fuel tanks.
The bioretention and StormChamber® areas will be inspected and cleaned before and during
the rainy season as necessary, which will be documented on the forms enclosed in Appendix
D.
A continuous monitoring rain gauge for monitoring rainfall in inches, will be installed by
December 31, 2013. It will be maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s
recommendations and any maintenance on it will be documented.
Vehicle and equipment maintenance is performed in designated area on impermeable
surfaces.
A.8.a.iii Spill Response
Spills of hazardous materials greater than 55 gallons will be handled appropriately. If required, a
HAZMAT contractor will be contracted. In the event of a significant spill the appropriate
supervisor or manager will be immediately notified and the following activities will be
conducted:
1. Identify product and secure the area (if necessary).
2. Obtain personal protective equipment and maintain safety of employees.
3. Contain spilled material with portable dikes, absorbent socks, and/or other absorbent
materials.
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4. Cover floor and storm drains.
5. Remove soiled absorbent, clean up material, and package it for disposal in accordance
with environmental regulations.
6. Clean area to the approval of the appropriate manager.
7. Log the time, place, volume, reason for, and type of spill release (raw material usage,
vehicle and tank fueling, or other vehicle fluids) in an incident report.
8. Replace or clean any spill control equipment so that it will be ready for the next event.
9. The incident shall be reported to the General Manager and/or Site Manager. The
appropriate manager(s) shall determine the need for reporting to local enforcement
agencies in accordance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
A.8.a.iv Material Handling and Storage Including Waste Handling/Recycling
The following material handling and storage procedures are employed at IRMRF to minimize
spills and prevent exposure of storm water to pollutants:
Heavy materials are loaded and unloaded by a trained forklift operator.
During unloading, the responsible employee accepting the delivery inspects for spills,
leaks, and debris before the delivery vehicle leaves. Minor spills are cleaned up promptly.
Waste products from vehicle/equipment maintenance such as motor oil, antifreeze, brake
fluid, hydraulic fluid, gear oil, and batteries are collected, temporarily stored in
appropriate labeled containers, and disposed/recycled under manifest by a qualified
subcontractor.
Drip pans are emptied into the used oil tank.
Dry shop waste (rags, absorbent materials, etc.) is stored in a covered container located
under cover.
Used oil filters are drained and then recycled by an approved vendor. Used oily parts are
cleaned prior to disposal or recycling.
All containers storing significant materials are kept closed except when adding or
removing material.
Solvents and other liquids are stored neatly away from major travel routes and
operational areas in labeled, sealed containers on impermeable surfaces with secondary
containment;
A.8.a.v Employee Training
Responsibilities of the IRMRF Manager include implementation of annual training schedules for
employees handling hazardous materials and having spill prevention/response responsibilities
through the Hazard Communication Training Program. This program includes training
designated employees in implementing facility controls, spill response, good housekeeping,
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appropriate hazardous material handling and storage, and other required training.
Drivers/operators receive additional training in proper fueling, fuel station inspections, and spill
prevention procedures.
In addition to emergency response procedures identified in the Emergency Response Plan,
IRMRF has designated key employees to perform storm water management roles. These
employees are trained to identify conditions at the various work areas at the site that may
potentially cause pollution of storm water. Each new employee whose work in the course of
their job might impact storm water, shall complete the Republic SWPPP and Spill Prevention
Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Training Program. The training is designed to maintain
employee awareness regarding storm water pollution prevention practices. The SWPPP training
will include identifying and preventing non-storm water discharges, BMP implementation,
inspections & maintenance, tarp applications and inspections, proper storm water sampling
protocol, and maintaining rain gauge records.
A.8.a.vi Recordkeeping and Internal Reporting
The IRMRF will keep all storm water and non-storm water discharge observation forms, chain of
custody, analytical data, and records documenting employee training, litter collection, tarp
application and inspections, photographs of infiltration areas during rain events, and storm water
BMP inspections and maintenance readily available on site. All elements of SWPPP
observations will be retained as part of the plan. The time, place, volume, reason for, and type of
release (raw material usage, vehicle and tank fueling, or other vehicle fluids) for any spills will
be recorded on an incident report. All compliance reporting will be carried out in accordance
with federal, state, and local regulations.
A.8.a.vii Erosion Control and Site Stabilization
Impermeable surfaces at IRMRF are maintained with landscape vegetation or gravel to prevent
erosion. A berm will be constructed along the east edge of the unpaved lot (Area 3) to prevent
soil erosion and runoff by December 31, 2013. Runoff from air conditioners, refrigeration units,
or other similar equipment is collected and discharged within the landscaped areas as much as
possible. Landscaped areas are irrigated at intervals consistent with County or City Water
Conservation Resolutions. Excess runoff from hoses, irrigation lines, air conditioners, or other
domestic water sources are directed away from site areas where pollutants are likely to
accumulate. The planned storm water infiltration areas will help prevent any soil erosion from
discharging offsite. During the storm season sandbags, silt screens, straw bales and/or other
additional sediment control devices may be utilized.
A.8.a.viii Inspections
Monthly, quarterly, and annual SWPPP inspections are conducted in accordance with the
General Permit requirements. These inspections are described in Section A9 and Section B.
Designated IRMRF employees perform routine site inspection duties. Inspecting employees may
recommend any additional spill prevention controls. Vehicles and equipment are regularly
inspected to check for leaks. Vehicle parking and transit areas are inspected regularly for drips,
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debris, etc. A designated litter control person will inspect the perimeter of the facility daily and
pick up litter, which will be recorded on the Litter Control Log in Appendix D. The proposed
StormChamber® and bioretention areas and their pretreatment BMPs will be monitored during
rain events that produce greater than 0.10 inch as measured by the onsite continuous recording
rain gauge, during routine scheduled facility operating hours. These inspections and any
maintenance performed will be documented on the forms enclosed in Appendix D. Photographs
with a time & date stamp will also be taken of the StormChamber® and bioretention areas during
the observed rain events. If tarps are used to cover exposed materials during rain events, the tarp
application and subsequent inspections will be recorded on the Tarp Application and Inspection
Log in Appendix D.
A.8.a.ix Metal Roof Sampling
During the first hour of the second and third qualifying storm water discharges of the 2013-2014
season (a qualifying storm water discharge is one that occurs during scheduled facility operating
hours on a day preceded by at least three (3) working days without storm water discharge), two
(2) samples will be collected from the roof of the Material Recovery Facility (4 samples total).
The MRF is the only building with a metal roof. The samples will be analyzed for Aluminum,
Copper, Iron, Lead, and Zinc to determine the need for roof coating. Two (2) rounds of sampling
will be conducted. If both rounds of sampling produce samples that do not exceed benchmarks,
the metal roof will not require coating. If the samples exceed the following USEPA Storm Water
Benchmarks, the metal roof will be coated within 60 days of receiving the second round of
laboratory results.
Parameter
Aluminum
Copper
Iron
Lead
Zinc
Units
mg/L
mg/L
mg/L
mg/L
mg/L
Federal Benchmark Value
<0.75
<0.0636
<1
<0.0816
<0.117
A.8.a.x Quality Assurance
The ongoing training and implementation of this SWPPP program is the responsibility of the
General Manager, who is supported in these responsibilities by the PPT. The General Manager
may designate a qualified environmental consultant for review and updating the SWPPP on an
“as needed” basis.
IRMRF has developed the following storm water management controls based on the
requirements of the revised General Permit, facility process knowledge, and observed runoff
gradients. These storm water controls utilize existing personnel and established preventive
maintenance routines, including spill prevention and spill response techniques.
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A.8.b Storm Water Best Management Practices – Structural
IRMRF utilizes structural control measures to minimize rainfall runoff and impact from on-site
operations. The structural control measures include overhead coverage, control devices to
channel storm water away from pollution sources, secondary containment, and treatment devices.
Structural control measures are discussed in the following sections.
A.8.b.i Overhead Coverage
Most maintenance is conducted within the Maintenance Building or underneath the adjacent
awning. Maintenance materials are properly stored inside storage structures. Municipal solid
waste operations are mostly performed within the MRF. The portable diesel tank will be stored
under cover on the east side of the maintenance building. A metal canopy will be constructed
over the truck wash area by February 1, 2014, subject to receiving the necessary permits from the
city of Colton and fabrication.
A.8.b.ii Control Devices
The buildings have a series of gutters and downspouts to collect storm water runoff and direct it
to areas where it will not come into contact with pollutants. Drainage swales run along the north,
west, and south side of the IRMRF site and direct storm water west towards the current storm
water settling clarifier in for treatment. The storm water settling clarifier (Figure 2), will be
replaced by a bioretention area (Figure 3A).
Run-on and run-off from the site entrance/exit driveway is minimal due to the topography at the
entrance. Republic will be installing track-out grids and also a cattle grid with a concrete
collection basin beneath it by December 31, 2013. These measures will help prevent track-out
on exiting truck tires.
Run-on from the CalTrans property will be prevented by adding additional layers of block to the
existing CMU wall at the property boundary and/or asphalt curbing along the chain-link fence by
December 31, 2013. Silt fencing will be used to prevent dust from being carried onto the site.
A berm will be constructed by December 31, 2013 along the boundary between Areas 2 and 3 to
prevent sediment runoff from the unpaved lot on the east side of the site (Figure 3A).
A.8.b.iii Secondary Containment Structures
All hazardous liquids and wastes at the IRMRF are stored within double walled containers or
containers that are kept on secondary containment. All maintenance materials are properly stored
inside storage structures. The portable diesel dispenser has secondary containment, an automatic
shutoff, and other engineered controls to prevent spills. A berm around the diesel fuel dispensing
area to prevent spilled fuels from leaving the area will be installed by February 1, 2014, subject
to receiving the necessary permits from the City of Colton.
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A.8.b.iv Treatment
Currently, a storm water settling clarifier at the southwest corner of the site collects and treats
storm water prior to discharge at Monitoring Point MP-1. A three stage clarifier treats waste
water from the truck and equipment wash area and discharges it to the sanitary sewer.
A bioretention area will be constructed in the west corner of the site and a StormChamber® will
be installed south of the scale to treat storm water by December 31, 2013 (Figure 3A). The
pretreatment for the bioretention area will consist of concrete chevrons providing energy
dissipation, as well as a basket of 4 to 6 inch diameter rocks which will provide energy
dissipation and sediment removal. Pretreatment to prevent clogging in the StormChamber®
subsurface infiltration device will consist of inlet protection in the form of fiber rolls and drop
inlet filters prior to the SedimenTrap™. Figure 3B illustrates the preliminary bioretention
design and Figure 3C illustrates the StormChamber® with SedimenTrap™ design.
The bioretention area and StormChamber® infiltration areas have been designed for the 85th
percentile storm, which is 0.89 inches of precipitation in a 24-hour period. These areas will be
monitored during rain events that produce greater than 0.10 inch as measured by the onsite
continuous recording rain gauge, during routine scheduled facility operating hours. These
inspections will be documented using photographs with time/date stamps and the forms in
Appendix D. Storm water discharge due to overflow from a StormChamber® infiltration area
or the bioretention area will be sampled. If a storm event greater than the 85th percentile storm
occurs, leading to overflow of the infiltration devices, this overflow will be sampled for
informational purposes only.
A.9
ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE SITE COMPLIANCE EVALUATION
The General Manager or their qualified designee shall conduct an Annual Comprehensive Site
Compliance Evaluation. These annual compliance evaluations will be conducted at IRMRF to
evaluate site compliance with the elements contained in this SWPPP. The annual evaluations will
cover annual reporting period from July 1st of each year to June 30th of the following year and
will be conducted within 8-16 months of each other.
The following activities will be conducted during each annual evaluation:
Review of inspection records and storm water sampling data collected during the
reporting period.
Visual inspection of all potential pollutant sources identified at the site for evidence of, or
the potential for, pollutants entering storm water discharge.
Review and evaluation of the non-structural and structural BMPs to determine if they are
adequate, properly implemented and maintained, or whether additional BMPs are needed.
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Visual inspection of equipment needed to implement the SWPPP (such as spill response
kits) shall be performed.
Preparation of an annual evaluation report.
The annual evaluation report will be retained on site and submitted to the Regional Water
Quality Control Board (RWQCB) with the annual report. The annual evaluation will include the
following information:
Personnel conducting the evaluation.
Dates of the evaluation.
A schedule to implement the appropriate SWPPP revisions, if needed.
Any incidents of non-compliance and corrective actions taken.
A certification that the facility operator is in compliance with the revised General Permit.
A sample copy of SWRCB Annual Report Forms is enclosed in Appendix C.
A.10 SWPPP GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
a. The SWPPP shall be kept on-site and made available upon request of a representative of
the Regional Water Board and/or local storm water management agency which receives
the storm water discharges.
b. The Regional Water Board and/or local agency may notify the facility operator when the
SWPPP does not meet one or more of the minimum requirements of this Section. As
requested by the Regional Water Board and/or local agency, the facility operator shall
submit an SWPPP revision and implementation schedule that meets the minimum
requirements of this section to the Regional Water Board and/or local agency that
requested the SWPPP revisions, the facility operator shall provide written certification to
the Regional Water Board and/or local agency that the revisions have been implemented.
c. The SWPPP shall be revised, as appropriate, and implemented prior to changes in
industrial activities which (i) may significantly increase the quantities of pollutants in
storm water discharge, (ii) cause a new area of industrial activity at the facility to be
exposed to storm water, or (iii) begin an industrial activity which would introduce a new
pollutant source at the facility.
d. Other than as provided in Provisions B.11, B.12, and E.2 of the General Permit, the
SWPPP shall be revised and implemented in a timely manner, but in no case more than
90 days after a facility operator determines that the SWPPP is in violation of any
requirement(s) of this General Permit.
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e. When any part of the SWPPP is infeasible to implement by the deadlines specified in
Provision E.2 or Sections A.1, A.9, A.10c, and A.10.d of this General Permit due to
proposed significant structural changes, the facility operator shall submit a report to the
Regional Water Board prior to the applicable deadline that (i) describes the portion of the
SWPPP that is infeasible to implement by the deadline, (ii) provides justification for a
time extension, (iii) provides a schedule for completing and implementing that portion of
the SWPPP, and (iv) describes the BMPs that will be implemented in the interim period
to reduce or prevent pollutants in storm water discharges and authorized non-storm water
discharges. Such reports are subject to Regional Water Board approval and/or
modifications. Facility operators shall provide written notification to the Regional Water
Board within 14 days after the SWPPP revisions are implemented.
f. The SWPPP shall be provided, upon request, to the Regional Water Board. The SWPPP
is considered a report that shall be available to the public by the Regional Water Board
under Section 308(b) of the Clean Water Act.
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SECTION B. MONITORING PROGRAM AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
B.1
SWPPP IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE AND RESPONSIBILITY
In order to meet the requirements of this SWPPP for IRMRF, Republic has dedicated significant
time and expense. The anticipated result is to minimize the impact of facility processes on
natural rainfall runoff.
The General Manager of the facility will oversee the SWPPP program and has delegated
responsibility to the PPT for the implementation of the program. The ongoing training and
implementation of this SWPPP and its monitoring program is the responsibility of the General
Manager, who may be supported in these responsibilities by the PPT or other Republic managers.
The General Manager may designate a qualified environmental consultant for the review and
updating of the SWPPP on an “as needed” basis.
B.2
OBJECTIVES
The objectives of the monitoring program are to:
Ensure that storm water discharges are in compliance with the Discharge Prohibitions,
Effluent Limitations, and Receiving Water Limitations specified in the General Permit.
Ensure practices at the facility to reduce or prevent pollutants in storm water discharges
and authorized non-storm water discharges are evaluated and revised to meet changing
conditions
Aid in the implementation and revision of the SWPPP required by Section A of the
General Permit.
Measure the effectiveness of best management practices (BMPs) to prevent or reduce
pollutants in storm water discharges and prevent authorized and unauthorized non-storm
water discharges.
VISUAL OBSERVATIONS (INSPECTIONS)
Designated IRMRF personnel will perform visual inspections using the forms enclosed in
Appendix D of this SWPPP. The forms include quarterly dry (non-storm water) observations
and monthly wet season observations of the site discharge locations. Visual observations of the
bioretention and StormChamber® areas will also be performed during rain events that produce
greater than 0.10 inch as measured by the onsite continuous recording rain gauge during
scheduled facility operating hours. These inspections are described in more detail in the
following sections.
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NON-STORM WATER VISUAL OBSERVATIONS
Quarterly a designated IRMRF employee shall visually observe all drainage areas within the
facility. Visual observations shall occur in daylight hours during scheduled facility operating
hours on days with no storm water discharges. Quarterly observations should be conducted
within 6 to 18 weeks of each other during the following periods: January-March, April-June,
July-September, and October-December. The IRMRF employee will document the presence of
any observed authorized and/or unauthorized non-storm water discharges, discolorations, stains,
odors, floating materials, etc. Authorized non-storm water discharges include fire hydrant
flushing, potable water discharge from the operation, maintenance or testing of potable water
sources, drinking fountains, irrigation drainage, landscape watering, and atmospheric
condensates from refrigeration, air conditioning, and compressors. Clean non-storm water
discharge is only authorized, if quarterly visual observations are performed. BMPs to reduce
contact with significant materials or equipment must also be utilized to prevent significant
quantities of pollutants in the discharge.
The proposed storm water infiltration areas should help prevent authorized non-storm water
discharges. If non-storm water discharge is observed leaving the site, the source will be
identified and additional BMPs used to eliminate the flow of non-storm water discharges.
Quarterly observations will include a description of corrective measures taken to eliminate the
discharge. Spill kits and spill prevention controls will be used to prevent any unauthorized nonstorm water discharge from reaching the infiltration areas. The BMPs may be revised and
implemented as necessary.
B.4
STORM WATER DISCHARGE VISUAL OBSERVATION
Monthly during the wet season (October 1 to May 30) a designated IRMRF employee shall
visually observe storm water discharges from at least one storm event. These observations will
occur during the first hour of discharge at all monitoring locations. Visual observations will be
conducted in daylight hours, during scheduled facility operating hours, on a day preceded by at
least three “working days” without storm water discharge. The presence of any floating and
suspended material, O&G, discolorations, turbidity, odor, source of any pollutants, and any
corrective measures taken to prevent pollutants shall be documented on the Monthly Wet Season
Visual Observation Form enclosed in Appendix D. The BMPs shall be revised and implemented
as necessary.
The proposed StormChamber® and bioretention areas and their pretreatment BMPs will also be
monitored during rain events that produce greater than 0.10 inch as measured by the onsite
continuous recording rain gauge, during routine scheduled facility operating hours. These
observations will be documented using the Bioretention and Storm Chamber Visual Observation
Form in Appendix D and photographs with time/date stamps.
The rain gauge measurements of the rain amount in 0.01 inch increments will also be recorded
on the observation forms.
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SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS
Republic has prepared a site-specific storm water monitoring program for IRMRF which
includes the following components: rationale and locations for sampling, analytical methods,
QA/QC program, pollutant reduction tracking, and record keeping. The intent of this program is
to monitor the facility progress in minimizing discharge of potential facility pollutants, assist in
implementing the SWPPP, and measure the effectiveness of existing and proposed BMPs, such
as those previously implemented and planned. IRMRF has trained designated employees in
proper storm water sampling and sample handling techniques. An off-site California-certified
analytical laboratory performs analyses of samples collected by IRMRF personnel.
The proposed StormChamber® and bioretention areas have been designed for the 85th percentile
storm, which is 0.89 inches of precipitation in a 24-hour period. Rainfall amounts measured in
0.01 inch increments will be recorded by a continuous recording rain gauge, which will be
installed at the site on or before December 31, 2013. If storm water discharge occurs due to
overflow from a StormChamber® infiltration area or the bioretention area, it will be sampled and
submitted for laboratory analysis. If a storm event greater than the 85th percentile storm occurs,
leading to overflow of the infiltration devices, this overflow will be sampled for informational
purposes only.
B.5.a Sampling Preparation
IRMRF will be prepared to sample the first rainfall of the “wet” season during scheduled facility
operating hours starting in October. Per the revised General Permit, samples will be collected
within the first hour of storm water discharge, on a day preceded by at least three “working” days
without storm water discharge. Storm water samples will be collected from the designated site
monitoring locations in accordance with the General Permit.
B.5.b Sampling Protocol
Samples of storm water discharge will be collected during scheduled facility operating hours on
a day preceded by at least three (3) working days without storm water discharge. The
bioretention and StormChamber® areas are designed to capture runoff from an 85th percentile
storm. Therefore, it is expected that a storm event greater than the 85th percentile will be required
to produce storm water discharge offsite. Overflow will be sampled if it occurs. If the overflow is
due to a storm event greater than the 85th percentile, the sampling will be for informational
purposes only.
B.5.c Sampling Methods and Parameters
Samples will be collected directly in clean laboratory-provided sample bottles, or if necessary in
clean unused high density polyethylene quart bottles from water pooled, or flowing into the
sample area. This water will then be immediately transferred into the laboratory-provided sample
bottles. Bottle size and type and laboratory method may vary slightly depending on the
laboratory, but the general sampling parameters are identified in the following table.
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Parameters
EPA Method1
Sample Bottle
pH
150.1, A4500HB, or grab
500 milliliter HDPE unpreserved
120.1 or A2510B
500 milliliter HDPE unpreserved
413.2 or 1664A HEM
1 liter amber glass with H2SO4
Total Suspended Solids (TSS)
160.2 or 2540D
1 liter HDPE unpreserved
Total Metals
200.7, 200.8, or 6010B
500 milliliter HDPE with HNO3
Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD)
410.4, 5220B, or 5220D
500 milliliter glass with H2SO4
Ammonia (as N)
SM 4500-NH3 B+ C or E
1 liter amber glass with H2SO4
Cyanide, Total
3135.2I
1 liter HDPE with NaOH
Mercury (Hg)
245.1
500 milliliter HDPE with HNO3
Fecal Coliform
SM9221B/E
120 mili-liter HDPE with Na2S2O3
Enterococci
SM9230B
120 mili-liter HDPE with Na2S2O3
Specific Conductivity (EC)
Oil & grease (O&G)
2
HNO3 = nitric acid
H2SO4 = sulfuric acid NaOH = sodium hydroxide HDPE = high density polyethylene
Na2S2O3 = sodium thiosulfate
Metals includes: Aluminum (Al), Arsenic (As), Cadmium (Cd), Copper (Cu), Iron (Fe), Lead (Pb), Magnesium
(Mg), Selenium (Se), Silver (Ag), and Zinc (Zn)
1
Or Equivalent Approved Method
2
O&G can be substituted for total organic carbon (TOC) as allowed in the General Permit.
3
These are being analyzed in accordance with a Settlement Agreement.
All sampling and sample preservation shall be in accordance with the current edition of
“Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater”. All analyses will conducted
at a laboratory certified for such analyses by the State Department of Health Services. IRMRF
sampling personnel will be familiar with standard sampling procedures.
Records of storm water monitoring information shall include:
1. Date, place, time of site sampling and measurements (including rain amount in inches, site
inspections and visual wet weather observations).
2. Name of individual(s) performing sampling and monitoring.
3. Chain of Custody (COC) form and laboratory analytical report.
An example of the required COC form is included in Appendix E. All required information will
be submitted in an annual report by the required due date of July 1st to the RWQCB.
B.6
SAMPLE STORM WATER DISCHARGE LOCATIONS
B.6.a Representative Drainage Areas
Based on the general site contours and the type of industrial activities at IRMRF, Republic has
identified two representative storm water discharge locations for monitoring/sampling, as
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illustrated on Figure 2. Monitoring point (MP-1) is located at the west corner of the site after a
clarifier at an under-sidewalk drain onto Steel Road and monitoring point (MP-2) is located at
the under-sidewalk drain from behind the office trailer east of the site entrance that discharges
onto Steel Road. These monitoring points may be modified slightly after the construction of the
proposed bioretention area and StormChamber® infiltration area, but will remain in the same
general locations (Figure 3A).
The bioretention and StormChamber® areas and their pre-treatment BMPs will be monitored,
during rain events that produce greater than 0.10 inch as measured by the onsite continuous
recording rain gauge, during scheduled facility operating hours. This monitoring will be
documented by the observation forms in Appendix D. Photographs with a time/date stamp will
also be taken of the infiltration areas. If discharge or overflow is observed, storm water samples
will be collected and submitted for laboratory analysis. If the overflow or discharge is due to a
storm event greater than the 85th percentile design storm, then the sampling will be for
informational purposes only.
B.6.b Comingled Storm Water
The IRMRF receives minor run-on from the CalTrans property located adjacent to the site along
the north and west side. Run-on from CalTrans property will be prevented by adding additional
layers of block to the existing CMU wall at the property boundary and/or asphalt curbing along
the chain-link fence by December 31, 2013. Run-on and run-off from the entrance does not
occur due to the topography at the entrance.
B.6.c Sample Locations That Are Difficult to Observe and Sample
The current sample locations at IRMRF are not difficult to observe or sample.
B.6.d Substantially Identical Drainage Areas
Though not currently applicable, IRMRF will document in the annual report if the industrial
activities and BMPs within two or more drainage areas are substantially identical, such that a
combined sample or a reduced number of storm water samples are collected.
B.7
VISUAL OBSERVATION AND SAMPLE COLLECTION EXCEPTIONS
B.7.a Exceptions
If IRMRF is not able to conduct required visual observations or collect storm water samples due
to dangerous weather conditions, storm water discharge occurring outside of scheduled facility
operating hours, or because storm water discharges are not preceded by three working days
without discharge, these exceptions shall be explained in the annual report.
B.7.b Non-Qualifying Observation and Sampling Exceptions
IRMRF will attempt to perform visual observations and sample collection within the first hour of
storm water discharge from the site drainage locations. However, IRMRF may choose to collect
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a storm water sample after the first hour of storm water discharge, if the “wet” season is almost
over, and there have been no previous storm events in which storm water could be sampled
within the first hour of discharge. If the storm water samples are not collected within the first
hour of discharge, an explanation will be included in the annual report.
B.8
ALTERNATIVE MONITORING PROCEDURES
This site does not have any alternative monitoring procedures.
B.9
MONITORING METHODS
B.9.a Rationale for IRMRF Monitoring Program
B.9.a.i Visual Observations
IRMRF will perform monthly visual observations of storm water discharge from October to May
during the “wet” season, and quarterly visual observations of site drainage areas to detect the
presence of non-storm water discharge from July 1st to June 30th. The two monitoring locations
have been selected based upon the topography, site configuration and drainage, storm water
infiltration areas, and industrial activities at IRMRF.
The bioretention area and StormChamber® infiltration area (Figure 3A) will be observed during
rain events that produce greater than 0.10 inch as measured by the onsite continuous recording
rain gauge, and occur during scheduled facility operating hours. These observations will be
documented using the Bioretention Area & StormChamber Visual Observation Form in
Appendix D and photographs with a time/date stamp.
Authorized non-storm water discharge is not anticipated due to the proposed installation of
infiltration areas. Spill kits and spill prevention controls will be used to prevent any unauthorized
non-storm water discharge from reaching the infiltration areas. However, in accordance with the
General Permit, quarterly visual observations will be performed to detect the presence of
authorized and unauthorized non-storm water discharges from July 1st to June 30th. The
observations will be performed by a trained, designated employee in the PPT.
B.9.a.ii Sampling Locations
IRMRF personnel will be prepared to sample the first rainfall of the “wet” season starting in
October. Per the SWRCB, samples will be collected within the first hour of storm water
discharge, on a day preceded by at least three (3) “working” days without storm water discharge.
Storm water samples will be collected from sampling locations, which have been selected as the
most representative sampling locations for storm water at the site based on storm water
conveyance and runoff and the location of industrial activities.
The bioretention and StormChamber® infiltration areas have been designed for the 85th
percentile storm, which is 0.89 inches of precipitation in a 24-hour period. If storm water
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discharge due to overflow from the bioretention area or from a StormChamber® infiltration area
occurs during scheduled facility operating hours, it will be sampled. If a storm event greater than
the 85th percentile storm occurs, leading to overflow of the infiltration devices, this overflow will
be sampled for informational purposes only.
B.9.a.iii Analytical Methods and Detection Limits
All storm water samples shall be analyzed at a laboratory certified for such analyses in
accordance with State Regulations. The analytical methods and method detection limits may
vary slightly depending on the laboratory, but the sampling parameters, methods, and method
detection limits are presented in the following table.
Parameters
EPA Method1
Method Detection Limit
pH
Calibrated portable meter or
litmus paper
0.01 pH Units
Specific Conductivity (SC)
120.1 or A2510B
Oil & grease (O&G)2
EPA 1664A HEM
1.0 micro ohms per centimeter
(umhos/cm)
1.0 milligrams per liter (mg/L)
Total Suspended Solids (TSS)
SM2540D
1.0 milligrams per liter (mg/L)
Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD)
SM5220C
1.0 milligrams per liter (mg/L)
Ammonia (as N)
SM 4500-NH3 B+C or E
0.1 milligrams per liter (mg/L)
Iron (Fe)
200.7
0.005 milligrams per liter (mg/L)
Metals: Al, As, Cu, Pb, Mg, Se, & Zn
200.7, 200.8 or 6010B
0.0005 milligrams per liter (mg/L)
Metals: Cadmium (Cd) and Silver (Ag)
200.8
0.0002 milligrams per liter (mg/L)
Cyanide, Total
3135.2I
0.003 milligrams per liter (mg/L)
Mercury (Hg)
245.1
0.0001 milligrams per liter (mg/L)
SM9221B/E
1.0 colony forming units per 100 mL
SM9230B
1.0 colony forming units per 100 mL
3
Fecal Coliform
3
Enterococci
1
Analyses must be conducted per 40 CFR Part 136 or an equivalent method approved by the RWQCB.
O&G can be substituted for total organic carbon (TOC) as allowed in the General Permit.
3
These are being analyzed in accordance with a Settlement Agreement.
2
The Method Detection Limit can vary based on the analysis method, laboratory equipment,
laboratory Quality Assurance/Quality Control protocols, and the storm water sample itself. The
method detection limits are carefully determined by the analytical laboratory to meet State and
Federal regulations. The method detection limits are well below the Federal Benchmark Levels
(FBLs), which are the pollutant concentrations above which EPA determined represent a level of
concern at which a storm water discharge could potentially impair, or contribute to impairing,
water quality or affect human health from ingestion of contaminated fish.
B.9.b Sampling and Sample Preservation
All sampling and sample preservation shall be in accordance with the current edition of
"Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater". All analyses will be
conducted at a laboratory certified for such analyses by the State Department of Health Services.
Republic, or their designated consultant, will select the analytical laboratory and arrange the
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handling and transfer of the sample bottles. Storm water samples will be placed in a cooler with
ice and will be transported to the lab with a completed chain of custody.
The chain of custody shall include:
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
Site Name;
Project Manager and contact information (can be a consultant);
Sample location name(s);
Date and time of sample collection;
Requested analysis;
Requested turnaround time;
Total number of containers;
Name of individual performing sampling; and
Signatures of persons relinquishing and receiving the samples.
An example of the COC form is included in Appendix E.
All monitoring instruments and equipment shall be calibrated and maintained in accordance with
manufacturers’ specifications to ensure accurate measurements.
B.10
INACTIVE MINING OPERATIONS
There are no inactive mining operations at this site.
B.11
SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS EXEMPTIONS AND REDUCTIONS
There are no exemptions or reductions designated for this site.
B.12
RECORDS
A binder/folder will be maintained at IRMRF and will include this SWPPP, inspection forms,
recommended actions, corrective actions, and results of laboratory analyses. The binder will be
available to regulatory agencies upon request.
Records of storm water monitoring information shall include:
1. Date, place, time of site sampling and measurements (including rain amount in inches, site
inspections, and visual wet weather observations).
2. Name of individual(s) performing sampling and monitoring.
3. Chain of Custody (COC) form and laboratory analytical report.
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An example of the required COC form is included in Appendix E.
B.13
ANNUAL REPORT
All required information will be submitted in an annual report by the required due date of July 1st
to either the Executive Officer of the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) or via
the SWRCB’s online Storm Water Multiple Application and Report Tracking System (SMARTS)
database.
The report shall include a summary of visual observations and sampling results, an evaluation of
the visual observation and sampling and analysis results, laboratory reports, the Annual
Comprehensive Site Compliance Evaluation Report, an explanation of why a facility did not
implement any activities required by the General Permit (if applicable), and the visual
observation and sample collection exception records (if applicable). The method detection limit
of each analytical parameter shall be included, and analytical results that are non-detect (ND)
shall be reported as “less than the method detection limit”. Non-structural BMP evaluation and
any improvements, if required, will also be included in the Annual Report. The Annual Report
shall be signed and certified in accordance with Standard Provisions 9. and 10. of Section C of
this General Permit. IRMRF prepares and submits the Annual Report using the forms provided
on SWRCB’s online SMARTS database.
B.14
GROUP MONITORING
This site was included in the Republic Services, Inc. Group Monitoring Program, which was
approved by the SWRCB in October 2008. The alternative sampling schedule ended in 2013. As
of July 1, 2013, IRMRF is no longer participating in a GMP.
B.15 WATERSHED MONITORING OPTION
The watershed monitoring option does not apply for this site.
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