Construction sites, municipalities, and industrial facilities are subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations. We offer comprehensive training for designers, inspectors, contractors, and other staff involved with these sites and regulations.
NewsIndustrial Stormwater Response to Benchmark ExceedanceIndustrial facilities in Minnesota are required to comply with stormwater regulations, which now require sampling and monitoring of stormwater runoff from facilities. This event will focus on how to respond to benchmark monitoring test result exceedances and how to select best management practices for stormwater pollution prevention plan modification. This event will not provide detailed design guidance for structure practices. This class will be held on Wednesday, June 26, 2013, at the MnDOT Facility in Mankato, MN. Registration will begin at 9:30 a.m., with class beginning at 10:00 a.m. and concluding at 2:30 p.m. The registration fee is $75. See the link below for registration brochure and registration form.
Enhanced Reactive Filters for Stormwater TreatmentA new seminar has opened up for people who are interested in enhanced reactive filters for stormwater treatment. This technical seminar will provide information on a new class of stormwater control measure which uses iron and other additives in a sand filter to remove pollutants. The next class offering has not been set at this time. Check back later for more information. For more information, contact the University of Minnesota Erosion program, call 1-800-646-2282 or 612-625-9733.
Minnesota Erosion Control AssociationAnnual Conference March 6-7, 2013 in St. Cloud, Minnesota This year, the MECA Conference will be in St. Cloud, Minnesota, giving a great opportunity to focus on the lakes and resources of Minnesota. In addition to the presentations and trade show, several workshops will be offered before the conference. Both the University of Minnesota Erosion and Stormwater Management Certification Program Construction Installer Certification and Construction Installer Recertification will be offered on March 5 at the conference venue. This offering will include lunch and access to the trade show, so the fees have been adjusted from the regularly offered classes. In addition, the Minnesota Seeding Contractors Association is offering a discount for their members, so this is a great opportunity to get involved with that organization as well. See the registration brochure for details.
Industrial Stormwater SWPPPS, Monitoring, and ExceedenceThis class for industrial stormwater will cover topics from SWPPP requirements and monitoring to response and selection of practices for SWPPP modification due to benchmark monitoring test result exceedances. For more information, contact the University of Minnesota Erosion program, call 1-800-646-2282 or 612-625-9733. Bioretention Construction TourThis is an opportunity to see up to three retrofit bioretention facilities (some currently under construction) and learn about design, specification and construction considerations. Talk topics will include pretreatment, low flow bypass methods, underdrain sizing and filter fabrics, construction specifications and methodology, gate valves and more. The tour will start at a central location, where attendees will receive a map to the sites, with times when the speakers will be available. Attendees will drive their own vehicles to the sites and will need to supply their own hard hats and safety equipment. The sites are approximately 8 miles apart. This is a technical training for private engineers, LGU stormwater professionals including engineering, natural resources and surface water staff, Soil and Water Conservation District and Watershed District Technical staff and others involved in designing, reviewing or inspecting stormwater management practices. The next class offering has not been set at this time. Check back later for more information. For more information, contact the University of Minnesota Erosion program, call 1-800-646-2282 or 612-625-9733.
ISW Benchmark Class Created - What To Do When Your Test Results Show High Pollutant RunoffThis new class for industrial stormwater will focus on how to modify your facility to address high benchmark test values. The next class offering has not been set at this time. Check back later for more information. For more information, contact the University of Minnesota Erosion program, call 1-800-646-2282 or 612-625-9733.
Industrial Stormwater Sampling and Monitoring TrainingThe Industrial Stormwater Monitoring class will focus on the permit sampling and monitoring requirements, as well as how to take samples and report the findings. The next class offering has not been set at this time. Check back later for more information. For more information, contact the University of Minnesota Erosion program, call 1-800-646-2282 or 612-625-9733.
Illicit Discharge Training
Training for municipal staff on managment of illicit discharges into stormwater systems. Future classes to be scheduled soon. This is a short introduction on the topic and includes information on identification, action plans, and investigation of illicit discharges. The next class offering has not been set at this time. Check back later for more information. For more information, contact the University of Minnesota Erosion program, call 1-800-646-2282.
New Construction Permit ApprovedThe MPCA Citizens' Board approved the staff recommendations
to deny the Builders Association of the Twin Cities request for a
contested case hearing, and authorized reissuance of the NPDES/SDS
General Permit for Storm Water Associated with Construction Activity.
The reissued Permit will become effective on August 1, 2008. Stormwater Permit for Construction Activity-Permit Update
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CoursesRegistration is Now Open for 2013-2014 Summer CoursesRegistration for the 2013-2014 Summer training season is now open. Click on the link below to access the schedule. Industrial Stormwater Response to Benchmark ExceedanceIndustrial facilities in Minnesota are required to comply with stormwater regulations, which now require sampling and monitoring of stormwater runoff from facilities. This event will focus on how to respond to benchmark monitoring test result exceedances and how to select best management practices for stormwater pollution prevention plan modification. This event will not provide detailed design guidance for structure practices. This event is for anyone interested in learning about industrial stormwater requirements, especially industry staff responsible for facility compliance with industrial stormwater regulations and sites that have had test results indicating benchmark exceedance. The sampling requirements can be found in Parts V and VI of the Industrial Stormwater General Permit, which is available at: http://www.pca.state.mn.us/industrialstormwater. This class will be held on Wednesday, June 26, 2013, at the MnDOT Facility in Mankato, MN. Registration will begin at 9:30 a.m., with class beginning at 10:00 a.m. and concluding at 2:30 p.m. The registration fee is $75. See the link below for registration brochure and registration form. For more information, contact the University of Minnesota Erosion program, call 1-800-646-2282 or 612-625-9733. Enhanced Reactive Filters for Stormwater TreatmentAre you responsible for design or decision making for stormwater treatment practices. This technical seminar will provide information on a new class of stormwater control measure which uses iron and other additives in a sand filter to remove pollutants. This seminar will qualify for 5.5 PDHs. This seminar is for people who are interested in enhanced reactive filters for stormwater treatment. This seminar will cover detailed design topics along with general concepts. Attendees should be familiar with stormwater management fundamentals prior to the workshop. This content has been developed for engineers, designers, and decision makers, but anyone is welcome to attend. The next class offering has not been set at this time. Check back later for more information. For more information, contact the University of Minnesota Erosion program, call 1-800-646-2282 or 612-625-9733.
Industrial Stormwater SWPPS, Monitoring, and ExceedanceIndustrial facilities in Minnesota are required to comply with stormwater regulations, which require stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) development, sampling and monitoring, and adapting to stormwater runoff quality exceedance from facilities. This event will cover all of these topics from SWPPP requirements and monitoring to response and selection of practices for SWPPP modification due to benchmark monitoring test result exceedances. This event will not provide detailed design guidance for structural practices. This event is for anyone interested in learning about industrial stormwater requirements, especially industry staff responsible for facility compliance with industrial stormwater regulations and sites that have had test results indicating benchmark exceedance. The sampling requirements can be found in Parts V and VI of the Industrial Stormwater General Permit, which is available at: http://www.pca.state.mn.us/industrialstormwater. The next class offering has not been set at this time. Check back later for more information. For more information, contact the University of Minnesota Erosion program, call 1-800-646-2282 or 612-625-9733. Bioretention Construction TourThis is an opportunity to see up to three retrofit bioretention facilities (some currently under construction) and learn about design, specification and construction considerations. Talk topics will include pretreatment, low flow bypass methods, underdrain sizing and filter fabrics, construction specifications and methodology, gate valves and more. The tour will start at a central location, where attendees will receive a map to the sites, with times when the speakers will be available. Attendees will drive their own vehicles to the sites and will need to supply their own hard hats and safety equipment. The sites are approximately 8 miles apart. This is a technical training for private engineers, LGU stormwater professionals including engineering, natural resources and surface water staff, Soil and Water Conservation District and Watershed District Technical staff and others involved in designing, reviewing or inspecting stormwater management practices. The next class offering has not been set at this time. Check back later for more information. For more information, contact the University of Minnesota Erosion program, call 1-800-646-2282 or 612-625-9733. Bioretention Construction Tour Flyer
Industrial Stormwater Sampling and Monitoring TrainingIndustrial facilities in Minnesota are required to comply with stormwater regulations, which are updated on a five-year schedule. In April 2010, the regulations were updated to now require sampling and monitoring of stormwater runoff from facilities. These events will focus on Stormwater Pollution Prevent Plan Development and the Permit Sampling and Monitoring requirements, as well as how to take samples and report the findings. These events are for anyone interested in learning about industrial stormwater requirements, especially industry staff responsible for facility compliance with industrial stormwater regulations. The next class offering has not been set at this time. Check back later for more information. For more information, contact the University of Minnesota Erosion program, call 1-800-646-2282 or 612-625-9733.
Industrial Stormwater Class Schedule and RegistrationRegistration for the 2012-2013 Industrial Stormwater classes is now open. Click on the link below to access course information and the schedule. Link to Industrial Stormwater Classes
Regulatory Enforcement Training This seminar is for people who are responsible for inspecting construction sites for NPDES compliance through a Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System entity (MS4), the MPCA, or MPCA Joint Powers Agreement Partners. The next class offering has not been set at this time. Check back later for more information. For more information, contact the University of Minnesota Erosion program, call 1-800-646-2282.
P8 Modeling ClassThis class provides information on the P8 modeling software for evaluation of stormwater management and management practice effectiveness. Link to P8 Files for 03-13-2012 Class Link to Additional P8 Files for 03-13-2012 Class For more information, contact the University of Minnesota Erosion program at 1-800-646-2282.
Small Site and Residential Construction Stormwater ManagementA new class is being offered from the U of M Erosion and Sediment Control Program called “Small Site Stormwater Management.” This class will focus on NPDES Construction Permit Compliance for light construction and residential builders. The next class offering has not been set at this time. Check back later for more information. For more information, contact the University of Minnesota Erosion program, call 1-800-646-2282.
Read about the expiration statement on your card Industrial Stormwater Permit TrainingThousands of large and small industrial facilities in Minnesota have been required to comply with stormwater regulations, including municipally owned or operated industrial facilities. The updated industrial stormwater permit has been effective since April 5, 2010. As many as 50% of facilities requiring pemits are not presently permitted In many cases, facilities can be in compliance with little to no modification of their existing operations, but permit applications still need to be filed. This event will focus on the new permit requirements, the application process, and how to create a compliant SWPPP for permit application. The next class offering has not been set at this time. Check back later for more information. For more information, contact the University of Minnesota Erosion program, call 1-800-646-2282.
Stormwater U: Stormwater Pond ExcavationThis workshop is for municipal staff and consultants working with stormwater pond maintenance. This event will have presentations on excavation procedures for ponds, field exercises on pond capacity determination and sediment sampling along with networking opportunities. Stormwater U: Designing for Volume ControlThis class is for professional designers and reviewers working with infiltration volume control stormwater BMPs. (5.5 PDH) Best Management Practice AssessmentThis class is for those who inspect, design or maintain permanent stormwater BMPs. (5.5 PDH) Illicit Discharge Detection and EliminationThis class is for municipal staff performing IDDE inspections. (2 PDH) The next class offering has not been set at this time. Check back later for more information. For more information, contact the University of Minnesota Erosion program, call 1-800-646-2282.
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Here's a list of online resources relating to permiting, regulations, etc.
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2009 Pocketbook guide. Contact the Erosion Office at 612-625-9733
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A short background and history of the University of Minnesota Erosion and Stormwater Management Certification Program is available here