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SILVER LEAF SWPPP — blog

Learn insights and tips on topics related to stormwater pollution prevention, erosion control, and SWPPP compliance and management.

  • A stormwater inspector inspects erosion control measures at an active Utah earthwork site.

    How Do Active Earthwork Operations

    Active earthwork operations can change a construction site quickly. One day, crews are moving soil and the next, new slopes…

  • Fiber rolls along a construction site edge with slight shifting and minor sediment buildup.

    How to Identify Early Signs

    Storms can expose problems on construction sites. This is especially true when stormwater controls are damaged or not working as…

  • Silt fence and erosion control blanket on a construction site.

    Choosing the Right BMPs for

    Every construction site has different conditions. The same best management practice (BMP) may not work equally well everywhere. Soil, slopes,…

  • Flooded construction site excavation with workers and dewatering pump.

    How to Choose the Right

    Keeping water under control can make a big difference on a construction site. When groundwater or runoff starts collecting where…

  • A graphic displaying a map and chart illustrating a SWPPP on a construction project.

    What Triggers the Need for

    Construction projects involve many moving parts that affect daily operations. From preparing the site and coordinating crews to keeping the…

  • A contractor in a high-visibility vest reviews blueprints at a large construction site in Utah

    How SWPPP Requirements Change From

    Construction projects can vary significantly in size and environmental impact, which means stormwater compliance needs can vary as well. As…

  • An inspector in a hard hat and high-visibility vest reviews a construction site in front of a mountain landscape

    How Weather Events Influence SWPPP

    The weather can change construction site conditions in a matter of hours. Stormwater management is more challenging than ever. From…

  • Construction inspector in a hard hat and safety vest using a tablet at a Utah construction site

    What Information Must Be Included

    A Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) is one of the most essential aspects of ensuring construction sites comply with environmental…

  • SWPPP Plan Design

    How Drainage Patterns Influence SWPPP

    Stormwater management is one of the most critical components of a construction project. Understanding site drainage patterns is one of…