Summit Stormwater Blog
Tips, Tricks and Expertise from the Summit Team.
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...
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...