Summit Stormwater Blog
Tips, Tricks and Expertise from the Summit Team.
Temporary Seeding vs. Permanent Seeding
Establishing vegetation is one of the most effective ways to reduce erosion and protect water quality on a...
The Challenges of Achieving Final Stabilization
In our previous blog, we discussed what final stabilization is and why it's an important milestone in the stormwater...
What Is Final Stabilization?
As construction projects near completion, stormwater compliance doesn't end when the last piece of equipment leaves...
Using Drone Data to Improve Erosion Control Design
An effective Erosion Control Plan starts with one thing: understanding the site. The more accurately existing...
Understanding Stormwater vs. Groundwater Permitting Requirements in Colorado
In our previous blog, we discussed the differences between stormwater and groundwater and why each plays an important...
5 Things Every Contractor Should Look for on an Erosion Control Plan
An Erosion Control Plan (EC Plan) is one of the most important documents in stormwater compliance. It serves as the...
Stormwater and Groundwater Compliance: What’s the Difference?
When discussing environmental compliance, the terms stormwater and groundwater are often used together. While both...
Understanding the Erosion Control Plan: The Roadmap for Stormwater Compliance
When people think about erosion control, the main focus is often on the physical Best Management Practices (BMPs)...
SWMP vs SWPPP: What’s the difference?
If you've worked on construction or land development projects, you've probably heard the terms SWMP and SWPPP used...
Why Documentation Matters in Stormwater Compliance
The ultimate goal of stormwater compliance is to ensure that runoff leaving a construction site does not carry...
Temporary vs. Permanent BMPs: Understanding the Difference
In previous blogs, we’ve discussed the differences between structural and non-structural Best Management Practices...
Wood Chip Wattles for Stormwater BMPs and Erosion Control in Colorado
Wattles are one of the most common stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs) used on construction sites. However,...