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Construction SWPPP Stormwater Inspection Checklist

A routine construction stormwater inspection aligned to the EPA Construction General Permit and a site's SWPPP, covering erosion, sediment, and pollution controls.

EPA 2022 CGP40 CFR 122.26NPDES

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SWPPP Documentation

  • Is the current SWPPP available on site? *
  • Is NPDES/CGP permit coverage (NOI) posted? *
  • Are inspection reports maintained at the required frequency? *
  • Inspection date

Perimeter & Sediment Controls

  • Are perimeter controls (silt fence, wattles, berms) installed and maintained? *
  • Is a stabilized construction entrance in place to limit track-out? *
  • Are sediment basins/traps functioning where required? *
  • Is accumulated sediment removed before controls are overwhelmed? *

Inlet & Discharge Protection

  • Are storm drain inlets protected? *
  • Are discharge/outfall points inspected for erosion and turbidity? *
  • Are receiving waters and off-site tracking free of visible sediment? *

Stabilization

  • Is soil stabilization initiated on areas where work has paused? *
  • Are slopes and stockpiles protected against erosion? *
  • Is stabilization completed within the required timeframe (e.g., 14 days)? *

Pollution Prevention

  • Are fuel, chemical, and material storage areas contained and covered? *
  • Is concrete washout provided and used? *
  • Are spill response materials available on site? *
  • Are corrective actions from prior inspections completed? *

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