VA DEQ SWM Inspector Exam
Questions and Answers 100% PASS
What element is targeted by water quality criteria? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Phosphorous, it indicates pollution by bonding with other pollutants.
At what % impervious cover are streams substantially affected? - CORRECT
ANSWER-25%
what is the site-based load limit for water quality? - CORRECT ANSWER-0.41
lbs/acre/yr total phosphorous
Virginia Runoff Reduction Method- method of load calculations - CORRECT
ANSWER-load calculations based on land cover type and soil type.
what must happen to potentially harmful sheet flow runoff? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Must be diverted to stormwater conveyance system.
SWM ponds must be able to convey water safely up to what level storm event? -
CORRECT ANSWER-must be able to safely convey up to a 100 yr storm.
, Define LDA - CORRECT ANSWER-Land 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? - CORRECT ANSWER-anything 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? - CORRECT ANSWER-
mining, agriculture, sewer discharges, local reclamation programs, routine
maintenance of preexisting operations, public emergency activity
what term basically means a plea deal for stormwater offenders? - CORRECT
ANSWER-consent order, which replaces penalties with fines.
how long does VSMP authority have to review SWM plan? - CORRECT
ANSWER-15 days to review and determine approval, and notify applicant.
How often must a VSMP authority inspect an LDA? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Periodically.
all SWPPP requirements may be met by - CORRECT ANSWER-incorporating
other plans into reference, or by developing missing elements.
What must the DEQ issue to an operator before an LDA? - CORRECT
ANSWER-a construction GP
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Questions and Answers 100% PASS
What element is targeted by water quality criteria? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Phosphorous, it indicates pollution by bonding with other pollutants.
At what % impervious cover are streams substantially affected? - CORRECT
ANSWER-25%
what is the site-based load limit for water quality? - CORRECT ANSWER-0.41
lbs/acre/yr total phosphorous
Virginia Runoff Reduction Method- method of load calculations - CORRECT
ANSWER-load calculations based on land cover type and soil type.
what must happen to potentially harmful sheet flow runoff? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Must be diverted to stormwater conveyance system.
SWM ponds must be able to convey water safely up to what level storm event? -
CORRECT ANSWER-must be able to safely convey up to a 100 yr storm.
, Define LDA - CORRECT ANSWER-Land 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? - CORRECT ANSWER-anything 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? - CORRECT ANSWER-
mining, agriculture, sewer discharges, local reclamation programs, routine
maintenance of preexisting operations, public emergency activity
what term basically means a plea deal for stormwater offenders? - CORRECT
ANSWER-consent order, which replaces penalties with fines.
how long does VSMP authority have to review SWM plan? - CORRECT
ANSWER-15 days to review and determine approval, and notify applicant.
How often must a VSMP authority inspect an LDA? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Periodically.
all SWPPP requirements may be met by - CORRECT ANSWER-incorporating
other plans into reference, or by developing missing elements.
What must the DEQ issue to an operator before an LDA? - CORRECT
ANSWER-a construction GP
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