APPENDIX C
Case Examples Questionnaire
Construction Stormwater Management Overview
- Please explain the stormwater management program used by your DOT for highway construction. Does your DOT have a dedicated program, or is it a part of project management?
- Please describe any recent substantial changes made to your DOT’s construction stormwater management program and explain the benefits received from making these changes.
Construction Stormwater Management Processes
- What tools are used at your DOT for implementing, tracking, monitoring, managing, and maintaining stormwater management and control measures for highway construction?
- How does your DOT track and monitor compliance of construction stormwater management permit requirements during construction?
- Please briefly explain the process at your DOT for addressing stormwater discharge and erosion and sedimentation deficiencies during construction of highway projects.
SWPPP and Erosion and Sediment Control Measures
- What is your DOT’s process for developing and implementing the SWPPP for highway construction projects?
- Please explain the best management practices (BMPs) and control measures used by your DOT to comply with stormwater and other associated permits.
- What is the policy at your DOT for using/not using flocculants for construction stormwater management? What are the reasons for not using flocculants?
Construction Stormwater Management Guidance and Audits
- What types of guidance does your DOT have for implementing stormwater management practices?
- How does your DOT build consistency into your construction stormwater management program?
- What audits has your DOT experienced in regard to your stormwater management program? How does your DOT prepare for internal and regulatory audits?
- How does your DOT train personnel in stormwater management practices?
Benefits and Challenges
- What are the benefits that your DOT regularly achieves when implementing the stormwater management program for highway construction (e.g., clean water, reduced deficiencies, no violations, etc.)?
- What challenges has your DOT faced in implementing the stormwater management program for highway construction?
Final Thoughts
- What lessons learned or experiences has your DOT experienced in construction stormwater program management, tracking, reporting, and compliance?
- Do you have any additional information to share on your DOT’s construction stormwater management program?