VA DEQ SWM Inspector Exam Newest Exam / VA DEQ SWM Inspector Exam
Preparation/VA DEQ SWM Inspector Practice Exam With Complete
Questions And Correct Answers
What element is targeted by water quality criteria? - ANSWERPhosphorous, it
indicates pollution by bonding with other pollutants.
At what % impervious cover are streams substantially affected? -
ANSWER25%
what is the site-based load limit for water quality? - ANSWER0.41 lbs/acre/yr
total phosphorous
Virginia Runoff Reduction Method- method of load calculations -
ANSWERload calculations based on land cover type and soil type.
what must happen to potentially harmful sheet flow runoff? - ANSWERMust
be diverted to stormwater conveyance system.
SWM ponds must be able to convey water safely up to what level storm
event? - ANSWERmust be able to safely convey up to a 100 yr storm.
Define LDA - ANSWERLand disturbing activity; any man-made change to the
land surface that potentially changes its runoff characteristics; includes
clearing, grading, and excavation.
, What size LDA must comply with stormwater management regulation? in
CPBA areas? - ANSWERanything of 1 acre or more, or 2500 ft^2 in CPBA
areas; may be more stringent locally.
what are some activities exempt from SWM regulations? - ANSWERmining,
agriculture, sewer discharges, local reclamation programs, routine
maintenance of preexisting operations, public emergency activity
what term basically means a plea deal for stormwater offenders? -
ANSWERconsent order, which replaces penalties with fines.
how long does VSMP authority have to review SWM plan? - ANSWER15 days
to review and determine approval, and notify applicant.
How often must a VSMP authority inspect an LDA? - ANSWERPeriodically.
all SWPPP requirements may be met by - ANSWERincorporating other plans
into reference, or by developing missing elements.
What must the DEQ issue to an operator before an LDA? - ANSWERa
construction GP
How soon after final grade of a site must vegetation be put in place? -
ANSWERwithin 7 days.
How long must operator keep routine inspection reports? - ANSWERAt least 3
years after the GP expires/terminates.
Preparation/VA DEQ SWM Inspector Practice Exam With Complete
Questions And Correct Answers
What element is targeted by water quality criteria? - ANSWERPhosphorous, it
indicates pollution by bonding with other pollutants.
At what % impervious cover are streams substantially affected? -
ANSWER25%
what is the site-based load limit for water quality? - ANSWER0.41 lbs/acre/yr
total phosphorous
Virginia Runoff Reduction Method- method of load calculations -
ANSWERload calculations based on land cover type and soil type.
what must happen to potentially harmful sheet flow runoff? - ANSWERMust
be diverted to stormwater conveyance system.
SWM ponds must be able to convey water safely up to what level storm
event? - ANSWERmust be able to safely convey up to a 100 yr storm.
Define LDA - ANSWERLand disturbing activity; any man-made change to the
land surface that potentially changes its runoff characteristics; includes
clearing, grading, and excavation.
, What size LDA must comply with stormwater management regulation? in
CPBA areas? - ANSWERanything of 1 acre or more, or 2500 ft^2 in CPBA
areas; may be more stringent locally.
what are some activities exempt from SWM regulations? - ANSWERmining,
agriculture, sewer discharges, local reclamation programs, routine
maintenance of preexisting operations, public emergency activity
what term basically means a plea deal for stormwater offenders? -
ANSWERconsent order, which replaces penalties with fines.
how long does VSMP authority have to review SWM plan? - ANSWER15 days
to review and determine approval, and notify applicant.
How often must a VSMP authority inspect an LDA? - ANSWERPeriodically.
all SWPPP requirements may be met by - ANSWERincorporating other plans
into reference, or by developing missing elements.
What must the DEQ issue to an operator before an LDA? - ANSWERa
construction GP
How soon after final grade of a site must vegetation be put in place? -
ANSWERwithin 7 days.
How long must operator keep routine inspection reports? - ANSWERAt least 3
years after the GP expires/terminates.
