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Chapter 12 - Erosion and Sediment Pollution Control Publication 584 2010 Edition 12 - 1CHAPTER 12 EROSION AND SEDIMENT POLLUTION CONTROL INTRODUCTION Controlling erosion and sedimentation (E&S) during construction of our highways is an integral part of protecting and maintaining our water resources. For this reason, the Federal Clean Water Act, 33 1251 et seq., and the Pennsylvania Clean Streams Law, Act of June 22, 1937 ( 1987, No. 394) as amended 35 et seq. provide regulatory requirements for construction activities and the management of stormwater runoff generated by highways. Best Management Practices (BMPs) serve as the primary means of meeting these requirements. BMPs include activities, facilities, measures, or procedures used to prevent or reduce the discharge of pollutants to waters and to minimize erosion and sedimentation.

PA DEP has designed a single set of forms that serve as either the Notice of Intent (NOI) for the General NPDES Permit, or as the application for the Individual NPDES Permit. Information regarding specific requirements of the General and Individual Permits, as well as the qualification for the General Permit can be found on PA DEP's website, at

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