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Stormwater Management Plan
Town of Woodfin
NCS000440
January 2021
Table of Contents
PART 1: INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................ 1
PART 2: CERTIFICATION ........................................................................................................................ 2
PART 3: MS4 INFORMATION .................................................................................................................. 3
3.1 Permitted MS4 Area ..................................................................................................................... 3
3.2 Existing MS4 Mapping ................................................................................................................. 3
3.3 Receiving Waters .......................................................................................................................... 3
3.4 MS4 Interconnection ..................................................................................................................... 4
3.5 Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) ..................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.
3.6 Endangered and Threatened Species and Critical Habitat ............................................................ 4
3.7 Industrial Facility Discharges ....................................................................................................... 4
PART 4: STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION ..................................... 6
4.1 Organizational Structure ............................................................................................................... 6
4.2 Program Funding and Budget ....................................................................................................... 7
4.3 Shared Responsibility ................................................................................................................... 7
4.4 Measurable Goals for Program Administration ............................................................................ 8
PART 5: PUBLIC EDUCATION AND OUTREACH PROGRAM ......................................................... 99
PART 6: PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT AND PARTICIPATION PROGRAM ......................................... 111
PART 7: ILLICIT DISCHARGE DETECTION AND ELIMINATION PROGRAM ............................ 122
PART 8: CONSTRUCTION SITE RUNOFF CONTROL PROGRAM ................................................... 15
PART 9: POST-CONSTRUCTION SITE RUNOFF CONTROL PROGRAM ........................................ 15
PART 10: POLLUTION PREVENTION AND GOOD HOUSEKEEPING PROGRAMS .................. 1616
List of Tables
Table 1: Summary of MS4 Mapping
Table 2: Summary of MS4 Receiving Waters
Table 3: NPDES Stormwater Permitted Industrial Facilities
Table 4: Non-Stormwater Discharges
Table 5: Summary of Target Pollutants and Sources
Table 6: Summary of Responsible Parties
Table 7: Shared Responsibilities
Table 8: Program Administration BMPs
Table 9: Summary of Target Pollutants & Audiences
Table 10: Public Education and Outreach BMPs
Table 11: Public Involvement and Participation BMPs
Table 12: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination BMPs
Table 13: Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping
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PART 1: INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this Stormwater Management Plan (SWMP) is to establish and define the means by which
the Town of Woodfin will comply with its National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit and the applicable provisions of the Clean Water
Act to meet the federal standard of reducing pollutants in stormwater runoff to the maximum extent
practicable.
This SWMP identifies the specific elements and minimum measures that the Town of Woodfin will
develop, implement, enforce, evaluate and report to the North Carolina Department of Environmental
Quality (NCDEQ) Division of Energy, Minerals and Land Resources (DEMLR) in order to comply with
the MS4 Permit number NCS000440, as issued by NCDEQ. This permit covers activities associated with
the discharge of stormwater from the MS4 as owned and operated by the Town of Woodfin and located
within the corporate limits of the Town of Woodfin.
In preparing this SWMP, the Town of Woodfin has evaluated its MS4 and the permit requirements to
develop a comprehensive 5-year SWMP that will meet the community’s needs, address local water
quality issues and provide the minimum measures necessary to comply with the permit. The SWMP will
be evaluated and updated annually to ensure that the elements and minimum measures it contains
continue to adequately provide for permit compliance and the community’s needs.
Once the SWMP is approved by NCDEQ, all provisions contained and referenced in this SWMP, along
with any approved modifications of the SWMP, are incorporated by reference into the permit and become
enforceable parts of the permit.
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PART 2: CERTIFICATION
By my signature below I hereby certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were
prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified
personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or
persons who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the
information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete.
I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of
fines and imprisonment for knowing violations.
I am also aware that the contents of this document shall become an enforceable part of the NPDES MS4
Permit, and that both the Division and the Environmental Protection Agency have NPDES MS4 Permit
compliance and enforcement authority.
☐ I am a ranking elected official.
☐ I am a principal executive officer for the permitted MS4.
☐ I am a duly authorized representative for the permitted MS4 and have attached the authorization made
in writing by a principal executive officer or ranking elected official which specifies me as (check one):
☐ A specific individual having overall responsibility for stormwater matters.
☐ A specific position having overall responsibility for stormwater matters.
Signature:
Print
Name:
Title:
Signed this ____ day of 20____ .
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PART 3: MS4 INFORMATION
3.1 Permitted MS4 Area
This SWMP applies throughout the corporate limits of the Town of Woodfin, including all regulated
activities associated with the discharge of stormwater from the MS4. The map below shows the corporate
limits of the Town of Woodfin as of the date of this document.
3.2 Existing MS4 Mapping
The current MS4 mapping is unavailable. The Town of Woodfin is working with Land of Sky Regional
Council on development of a map to include ditches, catch basins, manholes and other storm system
infrastructure. The map will be available in Fall 2021.
3.3 Receiving Waters
The Town of Woodfin MS4 is located within the French Broad River Basin and discharges directly into
receiving waters as listed in Table 2 below. Applicable water quality standards listed below are compiled
from the following NCDEQ sources:
o Waterbody Classification Map
o Impaired Waters and TMDL Map
o Most recent NCDEQ Final 303(d) List
Table 2: Summary of MS4 Receiving Waters
Receiving Water Name Stream
Index / AU
Number
Water
Quality
Classification
303(d) Listed Parameter(s)
of Interest
French Broad River 6-(54.75)c B N/A
Beaverdam Creek 6-82 C N/A
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3.4 MS4 Interconnection
The Town of Woodfin MS4 is not interconnected with another regulated MS4 and directly discharges to
the receiving waters as listed in Table 2 above.
3.5 Industrial Facility Discharges
The Town of Woodfin MS4 jurisdictional area includes the following industrial facilities which hold
NPDES Industrial Stormwater Permits, as determined from the NCDEQ Active NPDES Stormwater
Permit List and/or Active Stormwater Permits Map.
Table 3: NPDES Stormwater Permitted Industrial Facilities
Permit Number Facility Name
NCG050238 Silver Line Plastics LLC
NCG080661 Republic Services of North Carolina LLC
NCG110158 Metropolitan Sewerage District of Buncombe County
NCG030134 Thermo Fisher Scientific LLC
3.6 Non-Stormwater Discharges
The water quality impacts of non-stormwater discharges have been evaluated by the Town of Woodfin as
summarized in Table 6 below. The unpermitted non-stormwater flows listed as incidental do not
significantly impact water quality. The Town of Woodfin has evaluated residential and charity car
washing and street washing for possible significant water quality impacts.
Street washing discharges are addressed under the Pavement Management Program in Part 10 of this
SWMP. The Division has not required that other non-stormwater flows be specifically controlled by the
Town of Woodfin.
Wash water associated with car washing that does not contain detergents or does not discharge directly
into the MS4 is considered incidental. However, these types of non-stormwater discharges that do
contain detergents have been evaluated by the Town of Woodfin to determine whether they may
significantly impact water quality.
Table 4: Non-Stormwater Discharges
Non-Stormwater Discharge Water Quality Impacts
Water line and fire hydrant flushing Incidental
Landscape irrigation Incidental
Diverted stream flows Incidental
Rising groundwater Incidental
Uncontaminated groundwater infiltration Incidental
Uncontaminated pumped groundwater Incidental
Uncontaminated potable water sources Incidental
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Foundation drains Incidental
Air conditioning condensate Incidental
Irrigation waters Incidental
Springs Incidental
Water from crawl space pumps Incidental
Footing drains Incidental
Lawn watering Incidental
Residential and charity car washing Possible
Flows from riparian habitats and wetlands Incidental
Dechlorinated swimming pool discharges Incidental
Street wash water Possible
Flows from firefighting activities Incidental
3.7 Target Pollutants and Sources
During the first year of the SWMP, the Town of Woodfin will develop and distribute educational
materials to the community to educate schools, homeowners and businesses to be aware of stormwater
pollutants from yards and streets as well as the importance of keeping drains and ditches free of debris.
Additionally, through community outreach, the Town will identify and provide education on other target
pollutants such as lawn care activities and illicit connections.
Table 5: Summary of Target Pollutants and Sources
Target Pollutant(s) Likely Source(s)/Target Audience(s) SWMP Program Addressing
Target Pollutant(s)/Audience(s)
Litter Residents, Businesses, Schools Public Education & Outreach
Lawn Care Activities Residents, Businesses Public Education & Outreach
Illicit Connections Businesses, Schools IDDE
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PART 4: STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
4.1 Organizational Structure
The Planning Department will oversee the implementation of the stormwater program and permit
compliance and will coordinate and manage the SWMP. The Public Works Department will assist with
Pollution Prevention and Illicit Discharge. In addition, the Town of Woodfin is partnering with the
Buncombe County Stormwater Department to oversee Post-Construction Stormwater Management and
with Buncombe County Sedimentation and Erosion Department to oversee Construction Site Run-off
Control.
Table 6: Summary of Responsible Parties
SWMP Component Responsible Position Staff Name Department
Stormwater Program
Administration
Planning Director Adrienne Isenhower Planning
SWMP Management Planning Director/Planner Adrienne Isenhower
Michael Saunders
Planning
Public Education &
Outreach
Planning Director Adrienne Isenhower Planning
Public Involvement &
Participation
Planning Director Adrienne Isenhower Planning
Illicit Discharge Detection
& Elimination
Planner/Public Works
Crewmen
Michael Saunders/Johnny
Brooks
Planning/Public Works
Construction Site Runoff
Control
Buncombe County
Stormwater Engineer
Victoria Hoyland Stormwater
Post-Construction
Stormwater Management
Buncombe County
Stormwater Engineer
Victoria Hoyland Stormwater
Pollution Prevention/Good
Housekeeping for
Municipal Operations
Planner/Public Works
Director
Michael Saunders/Johnny
Brooks
Planning/Public Works
Municipal Facilities
Operation & Maintenance
Program
Public Works Director Johnny Brooks Public Works
Spill Response Program Public Works Director Johnny Brooks Public Works
MS4 Operation &
Maintenance Program
Planning Director Adrienne Isenhower Planning
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Municipal SCM Operation
& Maintenance Program
Public Works Director Johnny Brooks Public Works
Pesticide, Herbicide &
Fertilizer Management
Program
Public Works Director Johnny Brooks Public Works
Vehicle & Equipment
Cleaning Program
Public Works Director Johnny Brooks Public Works
Pavement Management
Program
Public Works Director Johnny Brooks Public Works
4.2 Program Funding and Budget
The current budget for implementation of the SWMP and permit administration is limited to the staff time
of the Planning Director, Town Planner and Public Works Director. The Town is in a transition period
with staff turnover and reorganization. During Year 2 of this plan, the Town will revisit additional
opportunities for funding and staffing to meet the requirements of the MS4 Permit.
4.3 Shared Responsibility
The Town of Woodfin will share the responsibility to implement the following minimum control
measures, which are at least as stringent as the corresponding NPDES MS4 Permit requirement. The
Town of Woodfin remains responsible for compliance if the other entity fails to perform the permit
obligation, and may be subject to enforcement action if neither the Town of Woodfin nor the other entity
fully performs the permit obligation. Table 9 below summarizes who will be implementing the
component, what the component program is called, the specific SWMP BMP or permit requirement that
is being met by the shared responsibility, and whether or not a legal agreement to share responsibility is in
place.
Table 7: Shared Responsibilities
SWMP BMP or
Permit Requirement Implementing Entity & Program Name
Legal
Agreement
(Y/N)
Permit Section E Buncombe County Sediment and Erosion Control Y
Permit Section F Buncombe County Stormwater Department Y
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4.4 Measurable Goals for Program Administration
The Town of Woodfin will manage and report the following Best Management Practices (BMPs) for the
administration of the Stormwater Management Program.
Table 8: Program Administration BMPs
Permit
Ref. 2.1.2 and Part 4: Annual Self-Assessment
Measures to evaluate the performance and effectiveness of the SWMP program components at least annually.
Results shall be used by the permittee to modify the program components as necessary to accomplish the intent
of the Stormwater Program. The self-assessment reporting period is the fiscal year (July 1 – June 30).
BMP
No.
A B C D
Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for
Implementation
Annual Reporting
Metric
# 1. Annual Self-Assessment
Perform an annual evaluation of
SWMP implementation, suitability of
SWMP commitments and any
proposed changes to the SWMP
utilizing the NCDEQ Annual Self-
Assessment Template.
1. Prepare, certify and
submit the Annual Self-
Assessment to NCDEQ
prior to August 31 each
year.
1. Annually for Permit
Years 1 – 4
1. Annual Self-
Assessment received by
NCDEQ no later than
August 31 each year.
Permit
Ref. 1.6: Permit Renewal Application
Measures to submit a permit renewal application no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date of the
NPDES MS4 permit.
BMP
No.
A B C D
Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for
Implementation
Annual Reporting
Metric
# 2. Permit Renewal Application
Audit stormwater program
implementation for compliance with
the permit and approved SWMP, and
utilize the results to prepare and
submit a permit renewal application
package.
1. Participate in an
NPDES MS4 Permit
Compliance Audit, as
scheduled and performed
by EPA or NCDEQ.
1. Permit Year 4 1. N/A
2. Self-audit and
document any
stormwater program
components not audited
by EPA or NCDEQ
utilizing the DEQ Audit
Template.
2. Permit Year 5 2. Submit Self-Audit to
DEMLR (required
component of permit
renewal application
package).
3. Certify and submit the
stormwater permit
renewal application
(NOI, Self-Audit, and
Draft SWMP for the next
5-year permit cycle).
3. Permit Year 5 3. Permit renewal
application package
received by DEQ at least
180 days prior to permit
expiration.
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PART 5: PUBLIC EDUCATION AND OUTREACH PROGRAM
The Town of Woodfin will implement a Public Education and Outreach Program to distribute educational
materials to the community or conduct equivalent outreach activities about the impacts of storm water
discharges on water bodies and steps the public can take to reduce pollutants in storm water runoff.
The target audiences and identified pollutants listed in Part 3.9 of this SWMP, which will be addressed by
the Public Education and Outreach Program, are summarized in Table 12 below. In addition, the Town of
Woodfin is required to inform businesses and the general public of the hazards associated with illicit
discharges, illegal dumping and improper disposal of waste.
Table 9: Summary of Target Pollutants & Audiences
Target Pollutants/Sources Target Audience(s)
Illicit Discharges General Public, Businesses, Municipal Employees
Illegal Dumping General Public, Businesses, Municipal Employees
Improper Disposal of Waste General Public, Businesses, Municipal Employees
The Town of Woodfin will manage, implement and report the following public education and outreach
BMPs.
Table 10: Public Education and Outreach BMPs
Permit
Ref. 3.2.2 and 3.2.4: Outreach to Targeted Audiences
Measures to identify the specific elements and implementation of a Public Education and Outreach Program to
share educational materials to the community or conduct equivalent outreach activities about the impacts of
stormwater discharges on water bodies and how the public can reduce pollutants in stormwater runoff. The
permittee shall provide educational information to identified target audiences on pollutants/sources identified in
table 12 above, and shall document the extent of exposure of each media, event or activity, including those
elements implemented locally or through a cooperative agreement.
BMP
No.
A B C D
Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for
Implementation
Annual Reporting
Metric
# 3. Implement Public Education and Outreach Program
Define goals and objectives of
outreach program by identifying
target pollutants/audiences and
describing likely sources of pollutants
and impacts of stormwater runoff and
providing educational materials to
schools, residences and businesses
located in the Town of Woodfin
1.Define target
audiences, pollutants and
likely sources through
community-wide survey
1. Fall 2021 1. Self-audit
2. Distribute educational
materials to schools,
businesses and
homeowners
2.Spring 2022 2. Self-audit
3.Maintain informational
website within existing
Town website
3. Spring 2022 3. Self-audit
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Table 10: Public Education and Outreach BMPs
4. Design brochures for
distribution to public
through direct contact
4. Spring 2022 4. Self-Audit
5. Provide annual
stormwater report to
Board of Commissioners
and Public
5. Spring 2022 5. Meeting Minutes/Self-
Audit
CompP
ermit
Ref.
2.1.7, 3.2.3 and 3.6.5(c): Web Site and Stormwater Hotline
Measures to provide a web site designed to convey the program’s message(s) and provide online materials
including ordinances, or other regulatory mechanisms, or a list identifying the ordinances or other regulatory
mechanisms, providing the legal authority necessary to implement and enforce the requirements of the permit
and SWMP. The web page shall also provide developers with all relevant post-construction requirements,
design standards, checklists and/or other materials.
BMP
No.
A B C D
Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for
Implementation
Annual Reporting
Metric
# 4. Provide IDDE Ordinance and other regulatory mechanisms
Link Illicit Detection and Discharge
Elimination ordinance and Buncombe
County construction and post-
construction regulations on Town of
Woodfin website
1. Website page
maintained with
ordinance information
1. Fall 2021 1. Self-audit
# 5. Provide stormwater educational material on Town of Woodfin website
Dedicate stormwater page on Town
of Woodfin website with updated
educational materials on stormwater
runoff and target pollutants
1. Incorporate
stormwater webpage
with Town-wide website
upgrade
1. Fall 2021 1. Self-audit
2. Update information
provided on webpage at
least every six months
2. Spring 2022 2. Self-audit
# 6. Provide hotline/helpline; allow website feedback for potential pollutants/issues
Implement hotline system for public
to reporting illicit discharge and other
stormwater concerns
1. Provide hotline
number on Town
Website to be directed to
Planning Department
1. Fall 2022 1. Self-audit
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PART 6: PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT AND PARTICIPATION PROGRAM
This SWMP identifies the minimum elements and implementation of a Public Involvement and
Participation Program that complies with applicable State, Tribal and local public notice requirements.
The MS4name will manage, implement and report the following public involvement and participation
BMPs.
Table 11: Public Involvement and Participation BMPs
Permit
Ref. 3.3.1: Public Input
Mechanisms for public involvement that provide for input on stormwater issues and the stormwater program.
BMP
No.
A B C D
Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for
Implementation
Annual Reporting
Metric
# 7. Volunteer Community Involvement Program
Promote volunteer opportunities to
promote citizen participation
1. Implement stormwater
stenciling program
1. Spring 2023 1. Self-Audit
2. Provide opportunities
for stream cleanup
activities
2. Spring 2023 2. Self-Audit
# 8. Provide Opportunities for Public Involvement
Provide and promote mechanism for
public involvement that allows for
input on stormwater issues and the
stormwater program
1. Hold public meetings
for feedback on proposed
adoption and subsequent
amendments to the
stormwater plan
1. Summer 2021, initial 1. self-audit
2. Annual presentations
to governing board
concerning progress of
stormwater management
plan
2. Spring 2022 2. Self-audit
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PART 7: ILLICIT DISCHARGE DETECTION AND ELIMINATION PROGRAM
The MS4name will develop, manage, implement, document, report and enforce an Illicit Discharge
Detection and Elimination Program which shall, at a minimum, include the following illicit discharge
detection and elimination BMPs.
Table 12: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination BMPs
Permit
Ref. 3.4.1: MS4 Map
Measures to develop, update and maintain a municipal storm sewer system map including stormwater
conveyances, flow direction, major outfalls and waters of the United States receiving stormwater discharges.
BMP
No.
A B C D
Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for
Implementation
Annual Reporting
Metric
# 9. Maintain a Storm Sewer System Map
Maintain current map showing major
outfalls and receiving streams
1. Create map with
assistance from Land of
Sky Regional Council
and 205j Grant
1. Fall 2021 1. Self-audit
2. Maintain map by
completing routine
inspections of major
outfalls and identifying
necessary updates
2. Fall 2022 2. Self-audit/updated
map
Permit
Ref. 3.4.2: Regulatory Mechanism
Measures to provide an IDDE ordinance or other regulatory mechanism that provides legal authority to
prohibit, detect, and eliminate illicit connections and discharges, illegal dumping and spills into the MS4,
including enforcement procedures and actions.
BMP
No.
A B C D
Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for
Implementation
Annual Reporting
Metric
# 10. Enforce IDDE Ordinance adopted by the Town of Woodfin
Train planning department members
and public works department
members on illicit discharge
detection
1. Provide training for
staff bi-annually
1. Spring 2022 1. Self-audit
# 11. Provide reporting mechanism for IDDE
Develop reporting mechanism for
staff and public to identify and report
illicit discharge
1. Develop form for
reporting for staff and
public use
1. Fall 2022 1. Self-audit/internal
database
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Table 12: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination BMPs
Permit
Ref. 3.4.3: IDDE Plan
Measures to maintain and implement a written IDDE Plan to detect and address illicit discharges, illegal
dumping and any non-stormwater discharges identified as significant contributors of pollutants to the MS4.
The plan shall provide standard procedures and documentation to:
a) Locate priority areas likely to have illicit discharges,
b) Conduct routine dry weather outfall inspections,
c) Identify illicit discharges and trace sources,
d) Eliminate the source(s) of an illicit discharge, and
e) Evaluate and assess the IDDE Program.
BMP
No.
A B C D
Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for
Implementation
Annual Reporting
Metric
# 12. Develop Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination plan
Develop IDDE plan with assistance
from key staff members in planning
and public works departments
1. Develop plan for
IDDE enforcement
1. Spring 2022 1. Adopted Plan/self-
audit
2. Implement plan for
routine inspections with
public works staff
2. Fall 2022 2. Self-audit/internal
database
3. Implement plan for
illicit discharge detection
with staff
3. Fall 2022 3. Self-audit/internal
database
4. Develop system for
staff to report IDDE
identification with
standardized procedures
for follow-up
4. Fall 2022 4. Self-audit/internal
database
# 13. Evaluate and assess IDDE Program and Plan
Review effectiveness of IDDE
Program and Plan annually
1. Bi-annual meetings
with planning and public
works departments to
review reporting of
IDDE
1. Spring 2023 1. Self-audit/internal
database
2. Compile data of
standardized reports for
review annually
2. Spring 2023 2. Self-audit
Permit
Ref. 3.4.4: IDDE Tracking
Measures for tracking and documenting the date(s) an illicit discharge, illicit connection or illegal dumping was
observed, the results of the investigation, any follow-up of the investigation, the date the investigation was
closed, the issuance of enforcement actions, and the ability to identify chronic violators.
BMP
No.
A B C D
Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for
Implementation
Annual Reporting
Metric
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Table 12: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination BMPs
#. Develop standardized procedures for IDDE Tracking
Implement procedures for public
works and planning staff to track
IDDE observations and mitigation
1. Develop reporting
form for staff to input
observations
1. Fall 2022 1. Self-audit/spreadsheet
document
2. Compile data of
violations issued, sewer
leaks detected, and spills
responded for annual
review
2. Spring 2023 2.Self-audit
Permit
Ref. 3.4.5: Staff IDDE Training
Measures to provide training for municipal staff and contractors who, as part of their normal job
responsibilities, may observe an illicit discharge, illicit connection, illegal dumping or spills. Training shall
include how to identify and report illicit discharges, illicit connections, illegal dumping and spills. Each staff
training event shall be documented, including the agenda/materials, date, and number of staff participating.
BMP
No.
A B C D
Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for
Implementation
Annual Reporting
Metric
# 14. Public Works Department Training
Conduct annual training with the
public works department illicit
discharges and connections and
illegal dumping and spills
1. Provide annual
training for Town staff
1. Fall 2022 1. Self-audit; meeting
agenda; sign-in sheet
Permit
Ref. 3.4.6: IDDE Reporting
Measures for the public and staff to report illicit discharges, illegal dumping and spills. The mechanism shall be
publicized to facilitate reporting and shall be managed to provide rapid response by appropriately trained
personnel.
BMP
No.
A B C D
Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for
Implementation
Annual Reporting
Metric
# 15. Staff Reporting
Maintain reporting of IDDE program
and activities
1. Compile all reports
from Town staff for
annual review
1. Spring 2023 1. Self-audit
# 16. Public Reporting
Narrative description of BMP 1. Provide report of
IDDE program to Board
of Commissioners
annually
1. Fall 2022 1. Self-audit
2. Provide report data on
website
2.Spring 2023 2. Self Audit
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PART 8: CONSTRUCTION SITE RUNOFF CONTROL PROGRAM
Pursuant to 40 CFR 122.35(b), the Town of Woodfin relies on the Buncombe County sediment and
Erosion Control Program to comply with this minimum measure. The Buncombe County Sediment and
Erosion Control Program effectively meets the maximum extent practicable (MEP) standard for
Construction Site Runoff Controls by permitting and controlling development activities disturbing one or
more acres of land surface and those activities less than one acre that are part of a larger common plan of
development as authorized under the Sediment Pollution Control Act of 1973 and Chapter 4 of Title 15A
of the North Carolina Administrative Code.
PART 9: POST-CONSTRUCTION SITE RUNOFF CONTROL PROGRAM
The Town of Woodfin relies on the Buncombe County Stormwater Management Program to comply with
this minimum measure. The Buncombe County Stormwater Management Program addresses stormwater
runoff from new development and redevelopment projects that disturb greater than or equal to one acre,
including projects less than one acre that are part of a larger common plan of development or sale, that are
located within the Town of Woodfin and discharge into the MS4. These elements are designed to
minimize water quality impacts utilizing a combination of structural Stormwater Control Measures
(SCMs) and/or non-structural BMPs appropriate for the community and ensure adequate long-term
operation and maintenance of SCMs.
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PART 10: POLLUTION PREVENTION AND GOOD HOUSEKEEPING PROGRAMS
This SWMP provides a comprehensive pollution prevention and good housekeeping strategy for the
Town of Woodfin municipal facilities and operations. Pollution prevention and good housekeeping is
accomplished through the implementation of seven required programs, which collectively address the
ultimate goal of preventing or reducing pollutant runoff from municipal operations such as parks and
open space maintenance, fleet and building maintenance, new construction and land disturbances, and
municipal storm sewer system maintenance.
Pollution prevention and good housekeeping for municipal operations includes the following programs:
1. Municipal Facilities Operation and Maintenance Program
2. Spill Response Program
3. MS4 Operation and Maintenance Program
4. Municipal SCM Operation and Maintenance Program
5. Pesticide, Herbicide and Fertilizer Management Program
6. Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance Program
7. Pavement Management Program
The Town of Woodfin will manage, implement and report the pollution prevention and good
housekeeping BMPs as specified in Table 21 below for each required program.
Table 13: Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping BMPs
Permit
Ref.
3.7.1: Municipal Facilities Operation and Maintenance Program
Measures to manage facilities that are owned and operated by the permittee and have the potential for generating polluted
stormwater runoff. The permittee shall maintain a current inventory of municipal facilities; perform facility inspections
and routine maintenance; establish specific frequencies, schedules, and standard documentation; provide staff training on
general stormwater awareness and implementing pollution prevention and good housekeeping practices.
BMP
No.
A B C D
Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for
Implementation
Annual Reporting
Metric
# 17. Inventory all municipally owned or operated facilities
Maintain current inventory of
facilities and operations owned by
Town of Woodfin with potential for
generating polluted stormwater
runoff
1. Identify facilities and
maintain inventory list
1. Fall 2021
1. Self-audit/internal
tracking system
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2. Evaluate facilities and
operations for potential
to generate polluted
runoff
2. Spring 2022
2. Self-audit
# 18. Create and implement Operation and Maintenance program for municipally owned or operated facilities
1. Implement and maintain program
to specify frequency of inspections
and routine maintenance for
municipally owned facilities
1. Identify potential
pollutants for each
facility
1. Spring 2022 1. Self-audit/internal plan
2.Develop inspection program for
municipally owned and operated
facilities
2.Develop inspection list
and train employees to
perform inspections
annually
2. Fall 2022 2. Self-audit/internal plan
# 19. Identify new BMPs to reduce polluted stormwater
Implement BMPs to reduce polluted
stormwater runoff from municipally
owned facilities
1. Install or implement
two BMPs at municipally
owned facilities
1. Fall 2023 1. Self-audit
2. Evaluate BMPs
annually
2.Fall 2024 2. Self-audit
Permit
Ref.
3.7.2: Spill Response Program
Measures for facilities and operations that store and/or use materials that have the potential to contaminate stormwater
runoff if spilled. The permittee shall maintain written spill response procedures and train staff on spill response
procedures.
BMP
No.
A B C D
Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for
Implementation
Annual Reporting
Metric
# 20. Create and Implement Spill Response Program
Develop written spill response
procedures for municipally owned or
operated facilities
1. Conduct spill response
training for municipal
employees
1. Spring 2023
1. Self-audit
2. Provide updated
emergency contact list
for reporting
2. Spring 2023
2.Self-audit
3.Maintain spill response
records and conduct
periodic evaluations
3. Fall 2023
3. Self-audit
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3.7.3: MS4 Operation and Maintenance Program
Measures to minimize pollutants in the stormwater collection system. The permittee shall provide operation and
maintenance staff training on stormwater awareness and pollution prevention, perform MS4 inspections, maintain the
collection system including catch basins and conveyances; and establish specific frequencies, schedules, and standard
documentation.
BMP
No.
A B C D
Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for
Implementation
Annual Reporting
Metric
# 21. Develop Operation and Maintenance Program for overall MS4 requirements
Develop a written program for MS4
Operation and Maintenance
1.Train municipal
employees on permit
requirements
1.Fall 2021 1.Self-audit
2.Provide written
program for staff
2.Spring 2022 2.Self-audit
Permit
Ref.
3.7.4: Municipal SCM Operation and Maintenance Program
Measures to manage municipally-owned, operated, and/or maintained structural SCMs that are installed for compliance
with the permittee’s post-construction program. The permittee shall maintain a current inventory of SCMs, perform SCM
inspections and maintenance, and shall establish specific frequencies, schedules, and documentation.
BMP
No.
A B C D
Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for
Implementation
Annual Reporting
Metric
# 22. Develop Operation and Maintenance Program for municipally owned and maintained structural stormwater
controls
Develop a written Operation and
Maintenance program for
municipally-owned or maintained
structural stormwater control devices
1. Inspect all municipally
owned structure
stormwater control
devices
1. Spring 2022 1. Self-audit
2. Identify frequency of
inspections and routine
maintenance
requirements for SCMs
2. Fall 2021 2. Self-audit
3. Conduct inspections
and maintain records of
inspections
3. Spring 2022 3. Self-audit
Permit
Ref.
3.7.5: Pesticide, Herbicide and Fertilizer Management Program
Measures to minimize water quality impacts from the use of landscape chemicals. The permittee shall provide routine
pollution prevention and chemical use, storage and handling training, and shall ensure compliance with permits and
applicator certifications.
BMP
No.
A B C D
Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for
Implementation
Annual Reporting
Metric
# 23. Pesticide, Herbicide, and Fertilizer Management Program
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Implement a Pesticide, Herbicide,
and Fertilizer Management Program
1. Train municipal
employees on permit and
certification
requirements of
application
1. Spring 2022 1. Self-audit
2. Develop written
standard operating
procedures
2. Spring 2022 2. Self-audit
Permit
Ref.
3.7.6: Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance Program
Measures to prevent and minimize contamination of stormwater runoff from areas used for municipal vehicle and
equipment maintenance and/or cleaning. The permittee shall ensure that municipal industrial facilities subject to NPDES
industrial permitting comply with those permit requirements, provide routine pollution prevention training to staff,
perform routine inspections, and establish specific frequencies, schedules, and documentation.
BMP
No.
A B C D
Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for
Implementation
Annual Reporting
Metric
# 24. Prevent or minimize pollution from stormwater runoff from all areas used for vehicle and equipment cleaning
Implement measures to prevent or
minimize pollution of the stormwater
runoff from all areas used for vehicle
and equipment cleaning
1. Identify all town
owned or operated areas
used for vehicle or
equipment cleaning
1. Fall 2021 1. Self-audit/inventory
document
2. Evaluate each area for
potential to contaminate
stormwater runoff
2. Spring 2022 2.Self-audit
3. Develop written
procedures to prevent or
minimize pollution of
stormwater runoff
3. Spring 2022 3. Self-audit