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Town of Canton
NCS000476
August 1, 2023
Table of Contents
PART 1: INTRODUCTION.........................................................................................................................I
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...........................................................................................................................4
3.4 MS4 Interconnection.....................................................................................................................5
3.5 Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs)........................................................................................5
3.6 Endangered and Threatened Species and Critical Habitat.............................................................5
3.7 Industrial Facility Discharges........................................................................................................6
3.8 Non-Stormwater Discharges..........................................................................................................6
3.9 Target Pollutants and Sources.......................................................................................................7
PART 4: STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION.....................................9
4.1 Organizational Structure................................................................................................................9
4.2 Program Funding and Budget......................................................................................................11
4.3 Shared Responsibility..................................................................................................................11
4.4 Co-Permittees ..............................................................................................................................12
4.5 Measurable Goals for Program Administration...........................................................................12
PART 5: PUBLIC EDUCATION AND OUTREACH PROGRAM..........................................................14
PART 6: PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT AND PARTICIPATION PROGRAM ...........................................20
PART 7: ILLICIT DISCHARGE DETECTION AND ELIMINATION PROGRAM..............................23
PART 8: CONSTRUCTION SITE RUNOFF CONTROL PROGRAM....................................................28
PART 9: POST-CONSTRUCTION SITE RUNOFF CONTROL PROGRAM ........................................31
PART 10: POLLUTION PREVENTION AND GOOD HOUSEKEEPING PROGRAMS ......................37
List of Tables
Table 1: Summary of MS4 Mapping
Table 2: Summary of MS4 Receiving Waters
Table 3: Summary of Approved TMDLs
Table 4: Summary of Federally Listed Species/Habitat Impacted by Surface Water Quality
Table 5: NPDES Stormwater Permitted Industrial Facilities
Table 6: Non-Stormwater Discharges
Table 7: Summary of Target Pollutants and Sources
Table 8: Summary of Responsible Parties
Table 9: Shared Responsibilities
Table 10: Co-Permittee Contact Information
Table 11: Program Administration BMPs
Table 12: Summary of Target Pollutants&Audiences
Table 13: Public Education and Outreach BMPs
Table 14: Public Involvement and Participation BMPs
Table 15: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination BMPs
Table 16: Qualifying Alternative Program Components for Construction Site Runoff Control Program
Table 17: Construction Site Runoff Control BMPs
Table 18: Qualifying Alternative Program(s)for Post-Construction Site Runoff Control Program
Table 19: Summary of Existing Post-Construction Program Elements
Table 20: Post Construction Site Runoff Control BMPs
Table 21: Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping BMPs
PART 1: INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this Stormwater Management Plan(SWMP) is to establish and define the means by which
the Town of Canton 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 Canton 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 NCS000476,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 Canton and located
within the corporate limits of the Town of Canton.
In preparing this SWMP,the Town of Canton 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. Any major changes to the approved SWMP will require resubmittal,
review and approval by NCDEQ,and may require a new public comment period depending on the nature
of the changes.
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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.
E 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.
Friar ! snwfhers
Name;
Tirle. Mayor
Signed this 17th day of Myomber,24.
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PART 3: MS4 INFORMATION
3.1 Permitted MS4 Area
This SWMP applies throughout the corporate limits of the Town of Canton, including all regulated
activities associated with the discharge of stormwater from the MS4. The map below shows the corporate
limits of Town of Canton as of the date of this document.
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The current MS4 mapping includes current mapping and inventory developed by town staff and
consultants who have physically located most of the Town's system components. This mapping includes
the location of all publicly owned stormwater piping. The map of the existing system will continue to be
verified and finalized. The mapping will be updated as new facilities are installed using required
submittals to the Planning Board and through regular inspections and maintenance.
Table 1: Summary of Current MS4 Mapping
Percent of MS4 Area Mapped 95 %
No. of Major Outfalls* Mapped Unknown** total
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*An outfall is a point where the MS4 discharges from a pipe or other conveyance (e.g. a ditch) directly
into surface waters. Major outfalls are required to be mapped to meet permit requirements. A major
outfall is a 36-inch diameter pipe or discharge from a drainage area> 50-acres; and for industrial zoned
areas a 12-inch diameter pipe or a drainage area> 2-acres.
**Outfalls have been mapped but the classification of specific outfalls as major outfalls has not occurred,
therefore,the number of major outfalls is unknown at this time(See BMP No. 14).
3.3 Receiving Waters
The Town of Canton MS4 is located within the French Broad River Basin and discharges directly into
receiving waters as listed in Table 2 below. The abbreviation"UT" in the following table stands for
Unnamed Tributary. 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/ Water Quality 303(d)Listed Parameter(s)
AU Number Classification of Interest
Pigeon River 5-7 C
Murray Branch 5-9 C
UT of Pigeon River No DWQ index# C
UT of Pigeon River No DWQ index# C
Mingus Branch No DWQ index# C
UT of Mingus Branch No DWQ index# C
UT of Pigeon River No DWQ index# C
UT of Pigeon River No DWQ index# C
Hominy Creek 6-76 C
UT of Hominy Creek No DWQ index# C
UT of Hominy Creek No DWQ index# C
Dutch Cove 6-76-1 C
UT of Hominy Creek No DWQ index# C
UT of Hominy Creek No DWQ index# C
UT of Hominy Creek No DWQ index# C
UT of Hominy Creek No DWQ index# C
UT of Pigeon River No DWQ index# C
UT of Beaverdam Creek No DWQ index# C
Beaverdamn Creek 5-8 C
UT of Beaverdam Creek No DWQ index# C
UT of Pigeon River No DWQ index# C
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3.4 MS4 Interconnection
The Town of Canton MS4 is not interconnected with another regulated MS4 and directly discharges to the
receiving waters as listed in Table 2 above.
3.5 Total Maximum Daily Loads(TMDLs)
The TMDL(s) listed in Table 3 below have been approved within the MS4 area, as determined by the map
and list provided on the NCDEQ Modeling&Assessment Unit web page. The table also indicates
whether the approved TMDL has a specific stormwater Waste Load Allocation(WLA)for any watershed
directly receiving discharges from the permitted MS4, and whether a Water Quality Recovery Program
has been implemented to address the WLA.
Table 3: Summary of Approved TMDLs
TMDL Pollutant(s) Stormwater Waste Load Water Quality
Water Body Allocation Recovery Program
Name of Concern (YIN) (YIN)
Statewide Mercury N N
The Statewide TMDL for Mercury does not require any actions by the NPDES stormwater permittees
because most mercury in stormwater comes from atmospheric deposition.
3.6 Endangered and Threatened Species and Critical Habitat
Significant populations of threatened or endangered species and/or critical habitat are identified within the
regulated MS4 urbanized area. Based upon a review of the Endangered and Threatened Species and
Species of Concern by County for North Carolina Map and Listed species believe to or known to occur in
North Carolina map as provided by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,the species listed in Table 4 have
the potential to occur within the regulated MS4 urbanized area. Of those species listed, Table 4
summarizes the species that may be significantly impacted by the quality of surface waters within their
habitat.
Table 4: Potential Federally Listed Species/Habitat Impacted by Surface Water Quality
Scientific Name Common name Species Group Federal Listing
Status
Microhexura montivaga Spruce-fir moss spider M. montivaga E
(arachnid)
Alasmidonta raveneliana Appalachian elktoe(river mussel) A. raveneliana E
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3.7 Industrial Facility Discharges
The Town of Canton MS4 jurisdictional area includes the following industrial facilities which hold
NPDES Industrial Stormwater Permits, as determined from the NCDEQ Maps &Permit Data web page.
Table 5: NPDES Stormwater Permitted Industrial Facilities
Permit Number Facility Name
NCS000105 Blue Ridge Paper Products INC(Evergreen Canton Mill Facility)
NCGO80958 Blue Ride Southern Railroad
3.8 Non-Stormwater Discharges
The water quality impacts of non-stormwater discharges have been evaluated by the Town of Canton as
summarized in Table 6 below. The unpermitted non-stormwater flows listed as incidental do not
significantly impact water quality. The Town of Canton 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. Street cleaning is performed with a dry street sweeping process so street washing discharges are
not relevant to the MS4. The Division has not required that other non-stormwater flows be specifically
controlled by the Town of Canton.
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 Canton to determine whether they may
significantly impact water quality. They were determined to be a possible cause of water quality impacts
and will be addressed through public education efforts(See BMP No. 5 & 7.)
Table 6: 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
Foundation drains Incidental
Air conditioning condensate Incidental
Irrigation waters Incidental
Springs Incidental
Water from crawls ace pumps Incidental
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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 N/A
Flows from firefighting activities Incidental
3.9 Target Pollutants and Sources
In addition to those target pollutants identified above,the Town of Canton is not aware of other
significant water quality issues within the permitted MS4 area.
Table 7 below summarizes the water quality pollutants identified throughout Part 3 of this SWMP,the
likely activities/sources/targeted audiences attributed to each pollutant and identifies the associated
SWMP program(s)that address each. In addition,the Town of Canton has evaluated schools,
homeowners and businesses as target audiences that are likely to have significant stormwater impacts.
Schools represent an important target audience as teaching students can provide opportunities for
education and community involvement in the process. By beginning this education process early,positive
change can occur. Homeowners and business are obvious target audiences because they represent likely
sources for non-point pollution. This typically occurs because of a lack of education and recommended
management practices.
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Table 7: Summary of Target Pollutants and Sources
Target Likely Source(s)/Target SWMP Program Addressing Target
Pollutant(s) Audience(s) Pollutant s /Audience s
Litter Residents, Businesses, Schools Public Education& Outreach
Yard Waste Residential,commercial Public Education& Outreach,
(leaves and grass Pollution Prevention& Good Housekeeping
clippings)
Sediment Construction Construction Site Runoff Control
Nutrients Sewer overflows,failing septic Public Education& Outreach, Illicit
systems, urbanization, schools Discharge Detection & Elimination,
Construction Site Runoff
Control,Post-Construction Site Runoff
Control,
Pollution Prevention& Good
Housekeeping
Fecal coliform Sewer overflows,failing septic Public Education& Outreach, Illicit Discharge
systems, Detection&
wildlife, illicit discharges Elimination
Mercury/stat Atmospheric deposition Public Education& Outreach(fish
ewide consumption advisory)
TMDL
Illicit discharges Residential,commercial, Public Education& Outreach, Illicit
industrial, municipal staff Discharge Detection&
Elimination,
Illegal dumping Residential,commercial, Public Education& Outreach,
industrial, municipal staff Pollution Prevention& Good Housekeeping
Improper disposal Residential,commercial, Public Education& Outreach, Public
of waste industrial, municipal staff Involvement& Participation, Pollution
Prevention& Good
Housekeeping
General non- Residential,commercial, Public Education& Outreach
point source schools, municipal staff
pollution
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PART 4: STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
4.1 Organizational Structure
The Town of Canton stormwater program is implemented in partnership by primarily the
Administration/Planning and Public Works departments.The Administration/Planning department is
responsible for the public outreach and involvement components, as well as engineering plan reviews;
while the Public Works department is responsible for good housekeeping and municipal pollution
prevention activities, storm sewer system maintenance, and IDDE. The Town Manager is designated as
the Stormwater Program Administrator.
Canton Town Board
of Aide—n
Mayor
Patrick U.S.athers
Town Manager
Stomtwater Program
Administrator
Nick Erne—
Fleet Department Assistant Town Managerf-own Clerk Pu hlic Works
Fire Department Police Department
Special Events Coordinator Varant,Water and Sewer
Keith Pressley Kevin Wheeler,Chief Scott Studer,Chief Department Head
Superintendent Lisa Stinnett
Josh Piurowski,Street Department
Superintendent
Michael Gantt,Water&Sewer
Fire Fighters Pofice Officers Assistant to Manager Superintendent
11 Fu II-Time 18 Full-Time Brandy proctor
Flu hl K Works Crew
15 Full-lime
Table 8: Summary of Responsible Parties
SWMP Component Responsible Position Staff Name Department
Stormwater Program Town Manager Nick Scheuer Administration
Administration
SWMP Management Town Manager Nick Scheuer Administration
Public Education& Special Events Lisa Stinnett Administration
Outreach Coordinator/Assistant
Town Manager
Public Involvement& Special Events Lisa Stinnett Administration
Participation Coordinator/Assistant
Town Manager
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Illicit Discharge Water& Sewer Dept Michael Gant Water& Sewer Dept
Detection& Town Manager Nick Scheuer Administration
Elimination Assistant Town Lisa Stinnett Administration
Manager
Construction Site Water& Sewer Dept Michael Gant Water& Sewer Dept
Runoff Control Town Manager Nick Scheuer Administration
Assistant Town Lisa Stinnett Administration
Manager
Post-Construction Water& Sewer Dept Michael Gant Water& Sewer Dept.
Stormwater Streets Dept Head Administration
Management Town Manager Josh Piurowski Administration
Assistant Town Nick Scheuer
Manager Lisa Stinnett
Pollution Public Works Nick Scheuer Administration
Prevention/Good
Housekeeping for
Municipal Operations
Municipal Facilities Public Works Nick Scheuer Administration
Operation&
Maintenance Program
Spill Response Program Fire Chief Kevin Wheeler Fire
Public Works Nick Scheuer Administration
MS4 Operation& Town Manager Nick Scheuer Administration
Maintenance Program Asst Town Manager Lisa Stinnett Administration
Municipal SCM Town Manager Nick Scheuer Administration
Operation& Asst Town Manager Lisa Stinnett Administration
Maintenance Program
Pesticide,Herbicide& Street Superintendent Josh Piurowski Streets
Fertilizer Management
Program
Vehicle&Equipment Fleet Superintendent Keith Pressley Fleet
Cleaning Program
Pavement Management Street Superintendent Josh Piurowski Street
Program
Total Maximum Daily Public Works Nick Schuerer Administration
Load(TMDL) Josh Piurowski Streets
Requirements
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4.2 Program Funding and Budget
In accordance with the issued permit,the Town of Canton shall maintain adequate funding and staffing to
implement and manage the provisions of the SWMP and comply with the requirements of the NPDES
MS4 Permit. The budget includes the permit administering and compliance fee,which is billed by the
Division annually.
The stormwater program currently receives funding of approximately$160,000 per year;this is funded
primarily through general funds. This includes a separation of duties between both the Street& Sanitation
Department as well as,Water& Sewer however, the Water and Sewer Superintendent position is funded
through the Water and Sewer Enterprise fund. This$160,000 includes time spend and hours spent
specifically to Stormwater needs and Street Sweeping based on BMP. The program is currently under-
funded to conduct all the proactive elements of the permit as it relates to stormwater specific duties and
needs. Further fiscal analysis and investigation of funding options (such as additional general fund
allocation or a stormwater fee)will be conducted to fully fund the program by Permit year three.
4.3 Shared Responsibility
The Town of Canton 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
Canton 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 Canton 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.
SWMP BMPor Legal Agreement
Permit Requirement Implementing Entity&Program (Y/N)
Name
3.2 Outreach to Targeted Southwestern Commission/Land of Sky N
Audiences Regional Council
3.3.2 Volunteer Opportunities N
3.5 Construction Site Runoff Haywood County Delegated SPCA Program Y
Control Program
Table 9: Shared Responsibilities
SWMP BMP or Legal
Permit Requirement Implementing Entity&Program Name Agreement
Y/N
N/A
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4.4 Co-Permittees
The are no other entities applying for co-permittee status under the NPDES MS4 permit number
NCS000476 for the Town of Canton. Table 10 summarizes contact information for each co-permittee.
Table 10: Co-Permittee Contact Information
Co-Permittee MS4 Contact Person Phone&E-Mail Interlocal
Name Agreement
Y/N
N/A
4.5 Measurable Goals for Program Administration
The Town of Canton will manage and report the following Best Management Practices(BMPs) for the
administration of the Stormwater Management Program.
Table 11: Program Administration BMPs
Permit 2.1.2 Program Implementation
Ref. 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.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#1. Annual Self-Assessment
Evaluate the performance and 1.Prepare,conduct and 1.Annually 1.Yes/No
effectiveness of the program document an annual Permit Years 1 —5
components at least annually.Results evaluation of the program
shall be used to modify the program components.
components as necessary to
accomplish the intent of the
Stormwater Program.
Permit 1.6: Permit Renewal Application
Ref. Measures to submit a permit renewal application no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date of the
NPDES MS4 permit.
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Table 11: Program Administration BMPs
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#2. Permit Renewal Application
Submit a permit renewal 1.Draft SWMP 1.Permit Year 5 1.Yes/No
application and Draft SWMP no applicable to the
later than 180 prior to permit proceeding 5 years
expiration. following permit re-
issuance.
2. Certify the stormwater 2.Permit Year 5 2.Date of permit renewal
permit renewal application submittal
application(Permit
renewal application form
and Draft SWMP for the
next 5-year permit cycle)
and submit to NCDEQ at
least 180 days prior to
permit expiration.
Permit 2.1.1: Adequate Funding and Staffing
Ref. The permitee shall maintain adequate funding and staffing to implement and manage the provisions of the
SWMP and meet all requirements of this permit.
BMP A B C D
No.
Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#2A Perform a fiscal analysis and explore 1. Complete a fiscal gap 1.Permit year 1 1.Adequate/Inadequate
options to obtain adequate program analysis to confirm the
funding to fully fund the stormwater program is adequately
program and meet all requirements of funded.
the permit. Select and implement a
funding strategy for the Phase 11
Stormwater Program
Permit 2.2.2: Written Procedures
Ref. The Permittee shall maintain, and make available to the Division upon request,written procedures for
implementing the six minimum control measures. Written procedures shall identify specific action steps,
schedules,resources, and responsibilities for implementing the MCMs. Written procedures can be free standing
or,where appropriate, integrated into the Stormwater Manage ent Plan.
BMP A B C D
No.
Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#213 Develop written procedures for 1. Create all required 1. Permit year 1 1.Yes/No
implementing the six minimum written procedures.
control measures.
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PART 5: PUBLIC EDUCATION AND OUTREACH PROGRAM
The Town of Canton 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
Canton is required to inform businesses and the general public of the hazards associated with illicit
discharges, illegal dumping and improper disposal of waste.
Table 12: Summary of Target Pollutants&Audiences
Target Pollutants/Sources Target Audience(s)
Litter Residential, commercial, schools
Yard Waste Residential, commercial,municipal staff
Sediment Construction
Nutrients Residential, commercial, schools
Fecal coliform Residential, commercial, schools
Mercury/statewide TMDL Residential, commercial
Illicit discharges Residential, commercial, industrial,municipal staff
Illegal dumping Residential, commercial,industrial,municipal staff
Improper disposal of waste Residential, commercial, industrial,municipal staff
Illicit Discharges General Public,Businesses, Municipal Employees
Illegal Dumping General Public,Businesses, Municipal Employees
Improper Disposal of Waste General Public,Businesses, Municipal Employees
General non-point source Residential, commercial, schools,municipal staff
pollution
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The Town of Canton will manage, implement and report the following public education and outreach
BMPs.
The Canton Labor Day Festival is a major 2-day festival,and this will serve as a medium for stormwater
outreach and education. The town will also develop a stormwater web page and use social media to reach
younger generations. Additionally,the Town of Canton plans to partner with the Southwestern Planning
Commission to implement education and outreach activities more efficiently. Town of Canton will
manage, implement,and report the following public education and outreach BMPs.
Table 13: Public Education and Outreach BMPs
Permit 3.2.2 and 3.2.4: Outreach to Targeted Audiences
Ref. 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 throu h a cooperative aggreement.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#4. Partnership with Southwestern Commission
The Town will engage with the 1.Review 1.Permit Year 1 1.Yes/No/Partial
Southwestern Commission to develop partnership/agreement
Education and Outreach Initiatives with Southwestern
that will be administered by Commission and modify
Southwestern Commission. as needed.
Initiatives will focus on residential, 2.Review partnership 2.Permit Year 1 2.Yes/No/Partial
commercial,and school audiences plan detailing specific
with the MS4 area. commitment of the
Southwestern
Commission partnership
to ensure it meets
requirements.
3. Monitor Southwestern 3.Annually,following 3.Yes/No/Partial
Commission activities to establishment of
ensure partnership partnership
commitments are met.
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Table 13: Public Education and Outreach BMPs
#5. Town Sponsored Event of Festivals
The Town will distribute information 1.Participate in one 1.Annually 1.Yes/No,report
on stormwater during at least one event per year. participants and contact
town sponsored event or festival a hours provided.
year such as the Labor Day Festival 2.Train municipal staff 2.Permit year 1 and as 2.Yes/No
or one of the other yearly events. needed for future years.
Develop or identify one informational
handout for distribution at the event
that covers litter,nutrients,and
nonpoint source pollution(Including
car washing)Train municipal staff
to man a stormwater booth during the
event and distribute the
abovementioned flyers as well as
information about leaky septic
systems, illicit discharges/improper
disposal of waste
#6. Social Media Campaign
The Town's existing Facebook and 1. Create at a minimum 1 1.Annually 1.Yes/No,report number
Instagram account will be used to Social Media Post per of post.
reach the residential target audience year.
and share information related to
stormwater issues,with a minimum
of one post per year.
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Table 13: Public Education and Outreach BMPs
Permit 2.1.7,3.2.3 and 3.6.5(c): Web Site
Ref. 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 A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#7. Stormwater Page on Town of Canton Website
The web page will provide 1.Establish stormwater 1.Permit Year 1. 1.Yes/No
information on the Town's page
stormwater program,including the 2.Maintain the webpage, 2.Annually 2.Yes/No
permit, SWMP,applicable update any broken links,
ordinances,and annual reports.The upload new educational
web page will also include a material,upload most
stormwater issue recent SWMP
reporting mechanism,educational 3.Set a counter to record 3.Annually 3.Report the number of
materials developed by the Town, visits to webpage in visits to webpage
and links to additional stormwater order to monitor annually.
educational resources.The web page engagement.
will also serve to advertise the
stormwater hotline and opportunities
for involvement.
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Table 13: Public Education and Outreach BMPs
Permit 3.2.5: Stormwater Hotline
Ref. Measures for a stormwater hotline/helpline for the purpose of public education and outreach.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#8. Stormwater Hotline
A hotline will be maintained for 1.Establish and maintain 1.Permit Year 1 1.Yes/No
citizens to ask stormwater questions hotline phone number
and report stormwater issues. and responsible party.
2. Establish and train a 2.Permit Year 1,as 2.Report number of staff
responsible party to needed after Year 1. trained annually.
answer stormwater
inquiries and use of
reporting mechanisms
Train responsible parties
in general stormwater
knowledge,appropriate
contacts for stormwater
questions,and citizen
opportunities within the
Stormwater program.
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Table 13: Public Education and Outreach BMPs
3. Publicize and maintain 3.Annually 3.Yes/No
hotline in materials
developed for the
stormwater program and
posting on stormwater
web page.
4.Establish a tracking 4.Permit Year 1 4.Yes/No
mechanism to document
the number and type of
calls received.
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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 Town Board and Alderman/Alderwomen will continue to function as the Town's stormwater advisory
board. A stormwater hotline and stormwater issue webpage will be used to collect public input. The Town
of Canton will manage, implement and report the following public involvement and participation BMPs
Table 14: Public Involvement and Participation BMPs
Permit 3.3.1: Public Input
Ref. Mechanisms for public involvement that provide for input on stormwater issues and the stormwater program.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#9. Board of Aldermen/Alderwomen
Town staff will bring stormwater 1.Include bi-annual 1.Bi-annually,beginning 1.Yes/No and/or date of
issues before the planning agenda item for staff to in permit year 1 meetings
commission to receive citizen input report on stormwater
and factor stormwater into town concerns and receive
decisions. input from the
commission.
#10. Stormwater Hotline
A hotline will be maintained for 1.Establish and maintain 1.Permit year 1-5 1.Yes/No
citizens to ask stormwater questions hotline phone number
and report stormwater issues and responsible party
2. Establish and train a 2. Permit year 1 as 2.Yes/No
responsible party to needed after permit year
answer stormwater 1.
inquiries and use of
reporting mechanisms
3. Train responsible 3. Annually 3.Number of Staff
parties in general Trained.
stormwater knowledge,
appropriate contacts for
stormwater questions,
and citizen opportunities
within the stormwater
program
4. Publicize and maintain 4.Annually 4.Yes/No
hotline in materials
developed for the
stormwater program and
posting on
stormwater web page
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5.Establish a tracking 5. Permit year 1 5.Yes/No
mechanism to document
the number and type of
calls received
#11. Stormwater Page on Town Website
The web page will provide links to 1.Establish stormwater 1.Permit Year 1. 1.Yes/No
information on the Town's page
stormwater program,including the 2.Maintain the webpage, 2.Annually 2.Yes/No
permit, SWMP,applicable update any broken links,
ordinances,and annual reports.The upload new educational
web page will also include a material,upload most
stormwater issue reporting recent SWMP
mechanism,educational materials 3.Set a counter to record 3.Annually 3.Report the number of
developed by the Town,and links to visits to webpage in visits to webpage
additional stormwater educational order to monitor annually.
resources.The web page will also engagement.
serve to advertise the stormwater
hotline and opportunities
for involvement
Permit 3.3.2: Volunteer Opportunities
Ref. Measures to provide volunteer opportunities designed to promote ongoing citizen participation.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#12. Annual County Wide Clean Up Event
As part of the annual County-wide 1. Identify public areas 1. Permit year 1 1. Yes/No
clean-up event,organize volunteers that could be cleaned
to pick up trash or clean litter from by volunteers.
public areas with potential to pollute 2. Coordinate clean-up 2. Annually 2. Report the number
stormwater. of public areas. of participants and
number of trash bags
filled.
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Table 14: Public Involvement and Participation BMPs
#13. Partnership with Southwestern Commission
The Town will engage with the 1.Review 1. Permit Year 1 1. Yes/No/Partial
Southwestern Commission to develop partnership/agreement
Volunteer Opportunities that will be with Southwestern
administered by Southwestern Commission and modify
Commission. Opportunities will as needed.
focus on residential,commercial,and 2. Review partnership 2. Permit Year 1 2. Yes/No/Partial
school audiences within the MS4 plan detailing specific
area. commitment of the
Southwestern
Commission
partnership to ensure it
meets requirements.
3. Monitor 3. Annually, following 3.Yes/No/Partial
Southwestern establishment of
Commission activities partnership
to ensure partnership
commitments are met
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PART 7: ILLICIT DISCHARGE DETECTION AND ELIMINATION PROGRAM
The Town of Canton 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 15: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination BMPs
Permit 3.4.1: MS4 Map
Ref. 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 A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#14. Addition of Major Outfalls to MS4 Map
The MS4 map will be completed 1.Add a layer 1.Permit Year 3 1.Report number of
through GIS analysis of existing data. identifying major outfalls major outfalls identified
Major outfalls will be identified and to the map and number
numbered,and flow directions and 2. Add flow directions to 2.Permit Year 3 2.Yes/No
receiving waters will be added. the ma
3. Add receiving waters 3.Permit Year 3 3.Yes/No
to the ma
#15. Continual Updates to MS4 Map
The MS4 map will be continuously 1.When new 1.Annually,once map is 1.Yes/No
updated for completeness. conveyances and outfalls complete
are located or
constructed add them to
the ma
Permit 3.4.2: Regulatory Mechanism
Ref. 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,
includin enforcement procedures and actions.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#16. Maintain Legal Authority
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Table 15: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination BMPs
Review existing ordinance(in order 1.Review ordinance and 1.Permit year 1 1.Report if a revision is
to maintain the legal update if revision is required and if a revision
authority to prohibit,detect,and required to maintain is made
eliminate illicit connections and legal authority
discharges,illegal dumping and spills
into the MS4,including enforcement
procedures and actions.Update
ordinance if required
Permit 3.4.3: IDDE Plan
Ref. 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 A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#17. Outfall Inspection
Perform regular dry weather(no rain 1.Train inspections staff 1.Annually 1.Number of staff
in previous 72 hours)outfall to perform dry weather trained or Yes/No
inspections to proactively identify outfall inspections and
illicit discharges and illicit illicit discharge
connections investigations
2.Inspect a Quarter of 2. Permit year 3, 2. Yes/No
major outfalls per year. I Annually going forward
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3.Inspect one group of 3.Annually,beginning in 3.Number of outfalls
outfalls annually in dry permit year 4 inspected
weather conditions and
document any potential
violations using the
forms and procedure..
#18. Illicit Discharge Identification Procedure
Yearly evaluation of IDDE program 1.Evaluation meeting 1.Annually,in 1.Yes/No
to promote continuance of effective with IDDE program conjunction with Annual
components and improvement in stakeholders;to include Assessment
areas that are lacking,as well as, at least Stormwater
identification of potential"hot-spot" Administrator and
areas. Utilities Director
2.Review of IDDE 2. Annually,in 2.Yes/No
reports and identification conjunction with Annual
of chronic violators, Assessment
issues,and/or"hot-spot"
areas
Permit 3.4.4: IDDE Tracking
Ref. 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 A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#19. Database Tracking System
A tracking system for observed IDDE 1.Identify or develop 1.Permit Year 1 1.Yes/No/Status
violations and follow-on actions will staff training program for
be developed and implemented in public works employees
order to identify"hot-spot"areas, 2. Develop a tracking 2.Permit Year 1 2.Yes/No/Status
chronic violators,and recurring spreadsheet to collect
issues. data from"Potential
Illicit Discharge Report"
as well as the results of
the investigation,any
follow-up,date of
closure,and enforcement
actions taken
3. 3. 3.
4. 4. 4.
5. 5. 5.
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Table 15: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination BMPs
Permit 3.4.5: Staff IDDE Training
Ref. 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
trainingevent shall be documented, including the agenda/ma rials, date,and number of staff participating.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#20. Staff Training
Develop a program to educate town 1.Identify or develop 1.Permit year 2 1.Yes/no/status
staff of indicators of potential illicit staff training program for
discharges/connections and illegal public works employees
dumping and the appropriate avenues 2.Train staff with Illicit 2. Permit year 2 2.Report dates and
through which to report suspected Discharge&Detection number of attendees
illicit discharge. responsibilities or the
potential to discover an
illicit discharge during
routine work activities
3. Train new staff that 3. Annually,beginning 3. Report dates and
will be part of the IDDE in permit year 3 number of attendees
program
#21. Fact Sheets
Hang fact sheet posters in employee 1.Identify or develop 1.Permit year 2 1.Yes/no/status
common areas to serve as a reminder illicit discharge fact sheet
of the basics on identifying and posters to display
reporting illicit discharges, 2. Display posters in 2. Annually,beginning 2.Number of posters
connections,and dumping. employee common areas in permit year 2 hung
Permit 3.4.6: IDDE Reporting
Ref. 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 A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#22. Stormwater Hotline
A hotline will be maintained for 1.Establish and maintain 1.Permit year 1-5 1.Yes/No
citizens to ask stormwater questions hotline phone number
and report stormwater issues. and responsible party
2. Establish and train a 2. Permit year 1 as 2.Yes/No
responsible party to needed after permit year
answer stormwater 1.
inquiries and use of
reporting mechanisms
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Table 15: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination BMPs
3. Train responsible 3. Annually 3.Number of Staff
parties in general Trained.
stormwater knowledge,
appropriate contacts for
stormwater questions,
and citizen opportunities
within the stormwater
program
4. Publicize and maintain 4.Annually 4.Yes/No
hotline in materials
developed for the
stormwater program and
posting on
stormwater web page
5.Establish a tracking 5. Permit year 1 5.Yes/No
mechanism to document
the number and type of
calls received
#23. Stormwater Page on Town Website
The web page will provide links to 1.Establish stormwater 1.Permit Year 1. 1.Yes/No
information on the Town's page
stormwater program,including the 2.Maintain the webpage, 2.Annually 2.Yes/No
permit, SWMP,applicable update any broken links,
ordinances,and annual reports.The upload new educational
web page will also include a material,upload most
stormwater issue reporting recent SWMP
mechanism,educational materials 3.Set a counter to record 3.Annually 3.Report the number of
developed by the town,and links to visits to webpage in visits to webpage
additional stormwater educational order to monitor annually.
resources.The web page will also engagement.
serve to advertise the stormwater
hotline and opportunities
for involvement.
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PART 8: CONSTRUCTION SITE RUNOFF CONTROL PROGRAM
In accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0153,the Town of Canton relies upon the North Carolina
Sedimentation Pollution Control Act(SPCA)of 1973 as a qualifying alternative program to meet a
portion of the NPDES MS4 Permit requirements for construction site runoff control measures. The
SPCA requirements include reducing pollutants in stormwater runoff from construction activities that
result in land disturbance of greater than or equal to one acre,and includes any construction activity that
is part of a larger common plan of development that would disturb one acre or more. The state SPCA
Program is either delegated to a city/town, delegated to a county, or implemented by NCDEQ in non-
delegated areas.
Table 16: Qualifying Alternative Program Components for Construction Site Runoff Control Program
Permit State or Local Program Name Legal Authority Implementing
Reference Entity
3.5.1 - Haywood County 15A NCAC Chapter 04, Haywood County
3.5.4 Delegated SPCA Program* NCDEQ Approved Delegation,
Interlocal Agreement/Joint
Resolution,Local Ordinance
* The local delegated SPCA Program ordinance(s)/regulatory mechanism(s)can be found at:
https://www.hgMoodcountync.gov/DocumentCenterNiew/124/Haywood-County-Erosion-and-
S ediment-Control-Ordinance-PDF.
The Town of Canton also implements the following BMPs to meet NPDES MS4 Permit requirements.
Table 17: Construction Site Runoff Control BMPs
Permit 3.5.6: Public Input
Ref. Measures to provide and promote a means for the public to notify the appropriate authorities of observed
erosion and sedimentation problems.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#24. Municipal Staff Training
Train municipal staff who receive 1.Train municipal staff 1.Annually 1.Number of staff
calls from the public on the protocols on proper handling of trained,
for referral and tracking of construction site runoff
construction site runoff control control complaints.
com laints.
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Table 17: Construction Site Runoff Control BMPs
#25. Stormwater Hotline
A hotline will be maintained for 1.Establish and maintain 1.Permit year 1-5 1.Yes/No
citizens to ask stormwater questions hotline phone number
and report stormwater issues and responsible party
2. Establish and train a 2. Permit year 1 as 2.Yes/No
responsible party to needed after permit year
answer stormwater 1.
inquiries and use of
reporting mechanisms
3. Train responsible 3. Annually 3.Number of Staff
parties in general Trained.
stormwater knowledge,
appropriate contacts for
stormwater questions,
and citizen opportunities
within the stormwater
program
4. Publicize and maintain 4.Annually 4.Yes/No
hotline in materials
developed for the
stormwater program and
posting on
stormwater web page
5.Establish a tracking 5. Permit year 1 5.Yes/No
mechanism to document
the number and type of
calls received
Permit 3.5.5: Waste Management
Ref. Measures to require construction site operators to control waste such as discarded building materials, concrete
truck washout, chemicals, litter, and sanitary waste at the construction site that may cause adverse impact to
water uality.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#26. Establish and Maintain Legal Authority
1.Adopt code 1.Permit year 2 1.Yes/no/status
requirements
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Table 17: Construction Site Runoff Control BMPs
Develop and implement an 2.Maintain legal 2.Continuously,after 2.Yes/No/status
ordinance to require construction authority permit year 2
site operators to control waste.
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PART 9: POST-CONSTRUCTION SITE RUNOFF CONTROL PROGRAM
This SWMP identifies the minimum elements to develop,implement and enforce a program to address
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 Canton 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.
In accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0153 and.1017,the Town of Canton implements the following
State post-construction program requirements,which satisfy the NPDES Phase II MS4 post-construction
site runoff control requirements as Qualifying Alternative Programs(QAPs) in the MS4 area(s)where
they are implemented.
Table 18: Qualifying Alternative Program(s)for Post-Construction Site Runoff Control Program
State QAP Name State Requirements Local Ordinance/Regulatory
Mechanism Reference
None N/A N/A
The Town of Canton has existing requirements other than Qualifying Alternative Program(s) for
implementation of the NPDES Phase II MS4 post-construction program requirements. These existing
requirements are codified in local ordinance(s), and implementation is further defined in guidance,
manuals and/or standard operating procedure(s)as summarized in Table 19 below.
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Table 19: Summary of Existing Post-Construction Program Elements
Permit Requirements for Municipal Ordinance/Code Reference(s) Date Adopted
Plan Review and Approval and/or Document Title(s)
3.6.2(a) Authority Town of Canton Stormwater Ordinance 9/25/2007
Article 1:100
3.6.3(a) & 15A NCAC 02H.0153(c) Town of Canton Stormwater Ordinance 9/25/2007
Federal, State &Local Projects Article 1:103
3.6.3(b)Plan Review Town of Canton Stormwater Ordinance 9/25/2007
Article 4:402
3.6.3(c) O&M Agreement Town of Canton Stormwater Ordinance 9/25/2007
Article 5:500
3.6.3(d) O&M Plan Town of Canton Stormwater Ordinance 9/25/2007
Article 5:500
3.6.3(e)Deed Restrictions/Covenants Town of Canton Stormwater Ordinance 9/25/2007
Article 5:500
3.6.3(f)Access Easements Town of Canton Stormwater Ordinance 9/25/2007
Article 5:500
Permit Requirements for Municipal Ordinance/Code Reference(s) Date Adopted
Inspections and Enforcement and/or Document Title(s)
3.6.2(b) Documentation Town of Canton Stormwater Ordinance 9/25/2007
Article 1:100-103
3.6.2(c)Right of Entry Town of Canton Stormwater Ordinance 9/25/2007
Article 5:501
3.6.4(a)Pre-CO Inspections Town of Canton Stormwater Ordinance 9/25/2007
Article 5:501
3.6.4(b) Compliance with Plans Town of Canton Stormwater Ordinance 9/25/2007
Article 4:402
3.6.4(c)Annual SCM Inspections Town of Canton Stormwater Ordinance 9/25/2007
Article 5:501
3.6.4(d)Low Density Inspections
3.6.4(e)Qualified Professional Town of Canton Stormwater Ordinance Article 9/25/2007
5.501
Permit Requirements for Municipal Ordinance/Code Reference(s) Date Adopted
Fecal Coliform Reduction and/or Document Title(s)
3.6.6(a) Pet Waste Town of Canton Stormwater Ordinance 9/25/2007
Article 7:700
3.6.6(b)On-Site Domestic Town of Canton Stormwater Ordinance 9/25/2007
Wastewater Treatment Article 7:700
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The annual reporting metrics for the post construction program are provided in Table 20: Post
Construction Site Runoff Control BMPs below.
Table 20: Post Construction Site Runoff Control BMPs
Permit 3.6.5(a),3.6.5(b),and 4.1.3: Minimum Post-Construction Reporting Requirements
Ref. Measures to document activities over the course of the fiscal year(July 1 —June 30) including appropriate
information to accurately describe ro ress, status, and results.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#27. Standard Reporting
Implement standardized tracking, 1.Track number of low 1. Continuously 1.Number of plan
documentation,inspections and density and high-density Permit Years 1-5 reviews performed for
reporting mechanisms to compile plan reviews performed. low density and high
appropriate data for the annual self- density.
assessment process. Data shall be 2.Track number of low 2. Continuously 2.Number of plan
provided for each Post-Construction/ density and high-density Permit Years 1-5 approvals issued for low
Qualifying Alternative Program plans approved. density and high density.
being implemented as listed in Tables 3.Maintain a current 3. Continuously 3. Summary of number
18 and 19. inventory of low-density Permit Years 1-5 and type of SCMs added
projects and constructed to the inventory;and
SCMs including SCM number and acreage of
type or low-density low-density projects
acreage,location and last constructed.
—inspection date.
4.Track number of SCM 4. Continuously 4.Number of SCM
—inspections performed. Permit Years 1-5 inspections.
5.Track number of low- 5. Continuously 5.Number of low-
density inspections Permit Years 1-5 density projects
erformed. inspected.
6.Track number and 6. Continuously 6.Number of
type of enforcement Permit Years 1-5 enforcement actions
actions taken. issued.
Permit 3.6.2: Legal Authority
Ref. Measures to maintain adequate legal authorities through ordinance or other regulatory mechanism to: (a)review
designs and proposals for new development and redevelopment to determine whether adequate stormwater
control measures will be installed, implemented, and maintained, (b)request information such as stormwater
plans, inspection reports,monitoring results, and other information deemed necessary to evaluate compliance
with the Post-Construction Stormwater Management Program, and(c)enter private property for the purpose of
inspecting at reasonable times any facilities, equipment,practices, or operations related to stormwater
discharges to determine whether there is compliance with the Post-Construction Stormwater Management
Program.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
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Table 20: Post Construction Site Runoff Control BMPs
#4. This permit requirement is fully met by the existing post-construction program,see references provided in Table 19
Permit 3.6.3: Plan Review and Approval
Ref. Measures to maintain plan review and approval authority, standards and procedures to: (a)Require Federal,
State, and local government projects to comply with Post-Construction Program requirements throughout the
entire MS4 permitted area,unless the entity is subject to its own NPDES MS4 permit or a qualifying alternative
program, (b) Conduct site plan reviews of all new development and redeveloped sites that disturb greater than
or equal to one acre,and sites that disturb less than one acre that are part of a larger common plan of
development or sale for compliance with 15A NCAC 02H .1017 and the qualifying alternative programs that
apply within your jurisdiction, (c)Ensure that each project has an Operation and Maintenance Agreement that
complies with 15A NCAC 02H .1050(12), (d)Ensure that each project has an Operation and Maintenance Plan
that complies with 15A NCAC 02H .1050(13), (e)Ensure that each project has recorded deed restrictions and
protective covenants,that require the project to be maintained consistent with approved plans, and(f)Ensure
that each SCM and associated maintenance accesses be protected in a permanent recorded easement per 15A
NCAC 02H 1050 9 and(10).
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#28. Revisions to Code of Ordinances
Revise existing ordinance to 1.Revise code to 1.Permit year 2 1.Report code reference
specifically require compliance by Require Federal,State, and date adopted
Federal,State,and Local government and local government
projects and revise reference to projects to comply with
stormwater design manual to specify post construction
NCDEQ Stormwater Design manual. requirements unless
subject to its own
NPDES MS4 permit or
qualifying alternative
program
2. Revise link to 2. Permit year 2 2.Report updated link
NCDEQ Stormwater and date revised.
Design Manual as the
reference stormwater
design manual in Article
401.
#29. Operations&Maintenance Plan
Add an ordinance to the town code 1.Establish legal 1.Permit Year 2 1.Report code reference
requiring each stormwater control authority through code and date adopted.
measure to have an Operation and revisions.
Maintenance Plan that complies with 2.Enforcement of new 2.Continuously after 2.Yes/No
15A NCAC 02H.1050(13) code by requiring Permit Year 2.
approval of O&M Plan
by Stormwater
Administrator prior to
plan approval
3. 3. 3.
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Table 20: Post Construction Site Runoff Control BMPs
4. 4. 4.
5. 5. 5.
Permit 3.6.4: Inspections and Enforcement
Ref. Measures to maintain inspection and enforcement authority, standards and procedures to: (a) Conduct post-
construction inspections prior to issuing a Certificate of Occupancy or a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy.
Alternatively,the project owner may provide a surety bond to guarantee compliance with the approved plan(s),
(b)Ensure that the project has been constructed in accordance with the approved plan(s), (c)Ensure annual
inspection of each permitted SCM to ensure compliance with the approved Operation and Maintenance
Agreement, (d)Ensure inspection of low density projects at least once during the permit term, and(e) Require
that inspections be conducted by a qualified professional.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#30. Inspection of low-density projects
Establish the legal authority for 1.Establish legal 1.Permit Year 2 1.Report Code
inspection of low-density projects at authority through code Reference and Date
least once during the permit term; revisions Adopted.
and carry out the inspections
2. Conduct inspection of 2. Continuously 2.Number of low-
20%of low-density Permit Years 1-5 density projects
projects each year inspected.
Permit 3.6.6: Fecal Coliform Reduction
Ref. Measures to control,to the maximum extent practicable, sources of fecal coliform per 15A NCAC 02H
.1017(7). At a minimum,the program shall include: (a)A pet waste management component,which may be
achieved by revising an existing litter ordinance, and(b)An on-site domestic wastewater treatment system
component, if applicable,which may be coordinated with local county health department,to ensure proper
operation and maintenance of such systems.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#31. This permit requirement is fully met by the existing post-construction program,see references provided in Table 19
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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 Canton 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 Canton will manage, implement and report the pollution prevention and good housekeeping
BMPs as specified in Table 21 below for each required program.
Table 21: Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping BMPs
Permit 3.7.1: Municipal Facilities Operation and Maintenance Program
Ref. 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 imp ementing pollution prevention and good housekeeping ractices.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
I #32. Inventory of Municipal Facilities I
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Develop and maintain an up-to-date 1. Compile list of 1.Permit year 1 1.Number of facilities
inventory of municipal facilities with existing Town- inventoried; date list is
potential to generate polluted runoff owned facilities completed
2.Perform initial 2.Permit year 2 2.Number of
inspection of facilities inspections performed,
for potential to generate and number of facilities
polluted runoff or classified as high
requiring spill response potential and low
procedures. Classify potential
facilities as having high
or low potential for
stormwater pollution
3.Determine which 3.Permit year 2 3.Number of SPCC
facilities require a Plans required
SPCC
4. Determine which 4. Permit Year 1 4. Report name of
facilities require a facilities that require
NPDES Industrial NPDES Industrial Permit
permit and Permit Number.
5.Update inventory as 5. Continuously as 5.Number of facilities
needed when facilities needed. added/revisions made to
are added or removed list.
from inventory.
#33. Facility Inspections
Inspection of Town facilities to 1.Establish a SOP for 1.Permit year 2 1. Yes/no/status
confirm good housekeeping practices Town facility
are being followed,including vehicle inspections,including an
and equipment cleaning inspection schedule,
inspection report
documentation,and
tracking system
2. Implement annual 2. Permit Year 3, 2.Number of inspections
facility inspections for annually thereafter of high potential and low
high stormwater potential facilities
pollution potential performed
facilities and once per
permit term inspections
for low potential
facilities,following SOP
established in BMP No.
33.1
I #34. Staff training I
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Develop or identify a staff training 1.Develop or identify 1.Permit year 2 1.Yes/no/status
program for general stormwater appropriate training
pollution prevention and provide to program
public works department employees 2.Provide initial training 2.Annually,beginning in 2.Number of staff
for all employees permit year 3 members trained and
topics from training
3.Provide training for 3.Annually,beginning 3.Number of new hires
new hires in permit year 3,as trained and topics from
necessitated by staffing training
changes
Permit 3.7.2: Spill Response Program
Ref. 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
rocedures.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#35. Inventory of facilities with Spill potential
Maintain a list of town facilities and 1.Update list of town 1.When necessitated by 1.Number of additions
operations storing materials that facilities and operations changes in facilities or or revisions.
would be a pollutant if spilled and with spill potential when operations
introduced to the stormwater system facilities or operations
and classify by hazard and quantity are changed
See BMP 36.2
#36. Spill Response Procedures
Maintain spill response procedures 1.Review general spill 1.Permit year 1 1.Yes/No/Status
and continue training of appropriate response procedures
staff 2.Review specific spill 2.Permit year 1 2.Yes/No/Status
response procedures for
town facilities and
operations with potential
to produce high hazard
—spills
3.Update as facilities 3.As required 3.Number of additions
and operations are or revisions recorded.
revised
4.Train new fire 4.As required 4.Number of new staff
department staff in spill trained
response procedures
5.Train staff at facilities 5.Annually 5.Number of staff
with potential for high trained
hazard spills in first
response actions and
reporting rocedures
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Permit 3.7.3: MS4 Operation and Maintenance Program
Ref. 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 A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#37. Number of staff trained
Develop or identify a staff training 1.Develop or identify 1.Permit year 2 1.Yes/no/status
program for general stormwater appropriate training
pollution prevention and provide to program
public works department employees 2. Provide initial training 2.Annually,beginning in 2.Number of staff
for all employees permit year 3 members trained and
topics from training
3. Provide training for 3. Annually,beginning 3.Number of new hires
new hires in permit year 3,as trained and topics from
necessitated by staffing training
changes
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#38. MS4 System Inspections and Maintenance
A proactive plan for MS4 system 1.Develop a SOP that 1.Permit year 2 1. Yes/no/status
maintenance,requiring regular includes proactive
inspections and maintenance. inspection schedules,
standard
documentation, staff
responsibilities,and
proper maintenance
training
2. Perform regular 2. Year 3 and annually 2.Number of inspections
inspections in afterward, following documented
accordance with the SOP schedule established
in SOP
3.Verify,document, 3. Continuously, as 3.Number of
and prioritize potential maintenance maintenance activities
maintenance activities activities are identified performed
identified by
inspections or citizen
reports
4.Develop an 4.Permit year 2 4. Yes/no/status
inspection and
maintenance tracking
system to be used in
accordance with the
SOP and to identify
"hot spot" locations
for system
maintenance
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Permit 3.7.4: Municipal SCM Operation and Maintenance Program
Ref. Measures to manage municipally owned,operated,and/or maintained structural stormwater control measures(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 A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#39. Inventory of Municipal structural SCMs
Development and maintenance of a 1.Create an inventory of 1.Permit year 1 1.Number of municipal
current inventory of municipally existing town owned structural SCMs
owned structural SCMs. SCMs with information
including type,year
built, date of last
inspection, and
maintenance actions
2. Compile, and 2.Permit year 2 2. Yes/no/status
develop as needed,
Operation and
Maintenance Plans for
all
town-owned SCMs
3.Update as 3. As required 3.Number of updates to
necessitated list
by new town development
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#40. SCM Inspections and Maintenance
Performance and documentation of 1.Locate town-owned 1.Permit year 1 1.Report the number
regular inspection and maintenance SCMs and add them to and type of SCMs
of municipally owned structural the MS4 Map with type added to the map
SCMs.Addition of municipally of SCM indicated
owned SCMs to MS4 map. 2.Update the map 2.Annually, once 2.Note annually
when new town owned BMPs No.41.1 and whether new town
SCMs are constructed 42.1 are completed owned SCMs were
added. If any are added,
note number and type
added as well as
number and type of
SCMs manned to date
3.Maintain NC SCM 3. Continuously, 3.Number of staff
Inspections and beginning in permit year members with active
Maintenance 2 certification
Certification for
appropriate
personnel
4.Develop SCM 4.Permit year 2 4. Yes/no/status
—inspection form
5.Inspect each device 5.Annually, beginning 5.Number of SCMs
using SCM inspection in permit year 3 inspected,number
form passing inspection,
number requiring
maintenance
6.Perform maintenance 6. As required 6.Number of SCMs
tasks identified in maintained
inspections
7.Develop a tracking 7.Permit year 2 7. Yes/no/status
document
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Permit 3.7.5: Pesticide,Herbicide and Fertilizer Management Program
Ref. 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
a licator certifications.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#41. Pesticide,Herbicide,Fertilizer Applicator Training
Training of town staff who apply 1.Maintain Right-of-way 1. Continuously 1.Yes/no/status
landscape chemicals to minimize Pest Control,Public
water quality impacts from Health Control,and
pesticides,herbicides,and fertilizers. Ornamental&Turf Pest
Control applicator
certifications for
—appropriate ersonnel
2. Develop or identify 2.Permit year 2 2.Yes/no/status
pollution prevention
and chemical use,
storage and handling
training
3.Provide staff training 3.Annually,beginning in 3.Number of staff
in pollution prevention permit year 3 trained,and topics
and chemical use, covered
storage and handling
training
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Permit 3.7.6: Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance Program
Ref. 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,
erform routine inspections,and establish specific frequencies,schedules,and documentation.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#41. NPDES Industrial Permit Compliance
Ensure that NPDES industrial permit 1.Review municipal 1.Permit year 1 1.Report Name of
compliance occurs at all applicable facilities inventory to facilities determined to
municipally owned sites. determine which require a NPDES
facilities require a Industrial Permit and
NPDES permit permit number.
2. Permitting of 2. Permit year 1, 2. Report number of new
municipally owned following review of permits received or
facilities;apply for new facilities,and renewed as well as
permits and confirm that continuously thereafter number of active
all existing permits are permits.
valid.Renew permits as
required
3.Develop a municipal 3. Permit year 1 3. Yes/no/status
industrial facility
—inspection form
4. Perform facility 4. Annually,after 4.Number of inspections
inspections for NPDES permits acquired performed
—compliance with permit
5. Establish NPDES 5. Permit year 1 5.Yes/no/status
Industrial Permit
tracking mechanism to
document list of
municipally owned
facilities with permit,
permit expiration dates,
and inspections
#42. Vehicle and Equipment Cleaning and Maintenance Facility Inspection
Routine inspections as part of general 1.Develop an inspection 1.Permit year 2 1.Yes/no/status
facility inspections to ensure that checklist
vehicle and equipment facilities are 2. Perform inspections 2. Bi-annually,beginning 2.Number of inspections
following proper procedures to using inspection in permit year 3
minimize water quality impacts from checklist and notify
vehicle and equipment cleaning and facility manager of any
maintenance corrective actions
required
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3.Perform re-inspections 3. As required by 3.Number of facilities
of any facility that corrective actions issued requiring corrective
required corrective action,number of
action resolutions
#43. Staff Training
Provide general stormwater 1.Develop or identify 1.Permit year 2 1.Yes/no/status
awareness training and pollution appropriate training
prevention training to employees program
working in vehicle maintenance and 2•Provide initial training 2.Annually,beginning in 2.Number of staff
cleaning areas for all employees permit year 3 members trained and
topics from training
3.Provide training for 3.Annually,beginning 3.Number of new hires
new hires in permit year 3,as trained and topics from
necessitated by staffing training
changes
Permit 3.7.7: Pavement Management Program
Ref. Measures to reduce pollutants in stormwater runoff from municipally owned streets,roads,and parking lots within the
permittee's corporate limits. The permittee shall implement measures to control litter,leaves,debris,particulate and fluid
ollutants associated with vehicles,and establish specific fre uencies,schedules,and documentation.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
#44. Street Sweeping
Street sweeping following a regular 1.Develop a SOP, 1.Permit year 1 1.Yes/no/status
schedule to reduce pollutants including a schedule and
from town owned and maintained plan to document
streets 2. Implement SOP and 2. Annually,beginning 2. Total number of street
documentation in permit year 2 miles swept
#45. Leaf Collection
Periodic collection of leaves from 1.Develop a SOP, 1.Permit year 1 1.Yes/no/status
residential and public areas to reduce including a schedule and
pollutants and clogging of storm -plan to document
system inlets. 2. Implement SOP and 2. Regularly,beginning 2. Volume of leaves
documentation in permit year 2 collected tons
#46 Vehicle Spill Cleanup
An organized vehicle spill cleanup 1 Maintain spill response 1. Permit Year 1 1. Yes/No
response to prevent pollutants from procedures by periodic
vehicular accidents from entering the reviews.
storm drain system 2.Provide public 2. Permit Year 2 2. Yes/No
education about stopping
vehicle leaks
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