Summit Stormwater Blog
Tips, Tricks and Expertise from the Summit Team.
Stormwater Compliance Throughout the Construction Lifecycle
Stormwater compliance is not a one-time task. From initial site preparation through final stabilization, construction...
Detention Ponds vs Retention Ponds
Detention ponds and retention ponds are both used to manage stormwater, but they serve different purposes. While the...
Sediment Basins Explained
Sediment basins are one of the larger and more involved stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs) used on...
Stockpiles and Containment: Are They Actually Working?
On a construction site, stockpiles can seem like a relatively minor stormwater concern. A pile of soil, sand, gravel,...
What Is a Grade Differential in Stormwater Compliance?
Construction sites are rarely flat. Changes in elevation across a site can affect how stormwater moves, where runoff...
Concrete washouts: Are They Actually Working?
Concrete washout areas (CWAs) are a common Best Management Practice (BMP) on construction sites, particularly on...
Perimeter Controls: Are They Actually Working?
Perimeter controls are one of the most common Best Management Practices (BMPs) used on construction sites to keep...
Stabilized Construction Entrances: Are They Actually Working?
Stabilized Construction Entrances (SCEs), commonly referred to as Vehicle Tracking Controls (VTCs), are one of the...
What Happens When Your SWMP Doesn’t Match Field Conditions?
A Stormwater Management Plan (SWMP) is one of the most important documents on a construction site. It outlines how...
How Long Should Stormwater Records Be Kept in Colorado?
Proper documentation is one of the most important aspects of Colorado stormwater compliance. While installing and...
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...