by Joel | Oct 1, 2026 | Blog, Education
On a construction site, stockpiles can seem like a relatively minor stormwater concern. A pile of soil, sand, gravel, mulch, or other material may sit in one location for days or weeks without causing an obvious problem. But when rain or runoff reaches an unprotected...
by Joel | Sep 23, 2026 | Blog, Education
Construction sites are rarely flat. Changes in elevation across a site can affect how stormwater moves, where runoff concentrates, and which erosion and sediment controls may be appropriate. One term that often comes up when discussing site grading and stormwater...
by Joel | Sep 16, 2026 | Education
Concrete washout areas (CWAs) are a common Best Management Practice (BMP) on construction sites, particularly on projects involving concrete foundations, slabs, curbs, sidewalks, or other concrete work. Their purpose is to provide a designated location where concrete...
by Joel | Jun 24, 2026 | Blog, Education
When people think about erosion control, the main focus is often on the physical Best Management Practices (BMPs) installed throughout a construction site. Silt fence, inlet protection, wattles, and vehicle tracking controls are all examples of erosion or sediment...
by Joel | May 20, 2026 | Blog, Education
Stormwater control measures (CMs), also referred to as Best Management Practices (BMPs), play a critical role in preventing sediment, debris, and pollutants from leaving a construction site. However, simply installing a control measure does not automatically mean it...
by Joel | Apr 30, 2026 | Education
Getting a construction stormwater permit in Colorado might not be the most exciting part of your project. Understanding how it works can save you a serious headache down the road. If you will be disturbing an acre or more of soil, you may be required to have coverage...
