SWM DEQ ACTUAL EXAM PAPER 2026
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS GRADED
A+
◍ How long must a VSMP authority keep inspection reports?.
Answer: Reports must be retained by the VSMP authority for three years
after permit termination.
◍ Any person who violates..... shall be subject to a civil penalty not to exceed.
Answer: $32, 500
◍ What is the filter layer in the dry swale?.
Answer: 3" of pea gravel
◍ Standard SWPPP Inspection Frequency.
Answer: At least every 5 business days or at least every 10 business days
and no later than 24 hours following a measurable storm event.
◍ Channel Erosion.
Answer: can occur in two ways; typically you can observe vertical sides and
down-cutting of the receiving channel1. when gullies are not repaired in
time and large volumes of water increase the size of the gully2. in existing
streams or drainage ways when the volume and velocity of flow destroys the
structural integrity of stream beds and banks
◍ The Construction General Permit (CGP) authorizes what types of
discharges?.
Answer: Stormwater from construction activities that are >= 1 acre
◍ The registration statement signatures certifies.
Answer: the operator has prepared a SWPPP
◍ A simple rooftop disconnect is not advisable for residential lots less than.
, Answer: 6,000 ft^2
◍ In situations where an initial exemption was applicable because LDAs were
related to emergency work, VSMP authority shall be advised of the
disturbance within.
Answer: 7 days of commencing the LDA and shall submit a permit
application within 30 days of starting the land-disturbing activity
◍ VSMP Authority Inspections.
Answer: Chapter 4
◍ 2nd Line of Defense.
Answer: Structural Sediment Control - expensive- Requires Maintenance
◍ Non-Compliance with Stop Work Order.
Answer: A proceeding will occurr at the local circuit court, compelling the
person to comply.If still no compliance, then the person is subject to a fine
not to exceed $2000 for EACH violation, paid to the state treasury.
◍ What is the inspection frequency for a site's qualified personnel in areas
which have temporary stabilization?.
Answer: Once a month
◍ Minimum Standard 15.
Answer: Bed and Bank Stabilizationthe bed and banks of a watercouse shall
be stabilized immediately after work in the watercourse is completed (don't
want to work in more areas than they can stabilize in one day -> stabilize as
you go)when working in water, the safety of the workers and equipment is
important; weather also factors in heavily when deciding to continue
working in a watercourse or not due to potentially high flows of
waterprotect streambanks from erosive forces of flowing water
◍ SWPPP Inspection reports must be held by the VSMP for _____..
Answer: 3 yrs after permit termination
◍ VSMP authority must keep project records, including approved SWM plans
and registration statements, for ___ years after state permit termination or
, project completion.
Answer: 3 years
◍ Variances.
Answer: approved @submission or during construction-if no response w/in
10 days = request is disapproved
◍ CWP.
Answer: Center for watershed Protection
◍ Three years after permit termination.
Answer: How long a VSMP authority must keep inspection reports
◍ Stormwater Runoff.
Answer: is rainwater moving overland. When it is not concentrated in a
channel or pipe, it is considered a nonpoint source pollution
◍ This increases after development because of the replacement of vegetation
with impervious surfaces. A larger volume of water will travel more quickly
through a stream channel, potentially causing erosion and flooding..
Answer: The rate of runoff
◍ Who should hold a certificate of competency according to 62.1-44.15:30?.
Answer: Any personnel of a VSMP authority who reviews plans or performs
inspections.
◍ What issues are related to building permeable pavement areas in karst
areas?.
Answer: Formation of sinkholes if the design is consistent with Level 2
specs.
◍ When must temporary stabilization be applied to bare areas that may not be
at final grade but will remain dormant for longer than 14 days?.
Answer: Temporary stabilization must be applied within seven days.
◍ VESCP.
Answer: Virginia Erosion and Sediment Control Program
◍ More Stringent LDA Regulations.
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS GRADED
A+
◍ How long must a VSMP authority keep inspection reports?.
Answer: Reports must be retained by the VSMP authority for three years
after permit termination.
◍ Any person who violates..... shall be subject to a civil penalty not to exceed.
Answer: $32, 500
◍ What is the filter layer in the dry swale?.
Answer: 3" of pea gravel
◍ Standard SWPPP Inspection Frequency.
Answer: At least every 5 business days or at least every 10 business days
and no later than 24 hours following a measurable storm event.
◍ Channel Erosion.
Answer: can occur in two ways; typically you can observe vertical sides and
down-cutting of the receiving channel1. when gullies are not repaired in
time and large volumes of water increase the size of the gully2. in existing
streams or drainage ways when the volume and velocity of flow destroys the
structural integrity of stream beds and banks
◍ The Construction General Permit (CGP) authorizes what types of
discharges?.
Answer: Stormwater from construction activities that are >= 1 acre
◍ The registration statement signatures certifies.
Answer: the operator has prepared a SWPPP
◍ A simple rooftop disconnect is not advisable for residential lots less than.
, Answer: 6,000 ft^2
◍ In situations where an initial exemption was applicable because LDAs were
related to emergency work, VSMP authority shall be advised of the
disturbance within.
Answer: 7 days of commencing the LDA and shall submit a permit
application within 30 days of starting the land-disturbing activity
◍ VSMP Authority Inspections.
Answer: Chapter 4
◍ 2nd Line of Defense.
Answer: Structural Sediment Control - expensive- Requires Maintenance
◍ Non-Compliance with Stop Work Order.
Answer: A proceeding will occurr at the local circuit court, compelling the
person to comply.If still no compliance, then the person is subject to a fine
not to exceed $2000 for EACH violation, paid to the state treasury.
◍ What is the inspection frequency for a site's qualified personnel in areas
which have temporary stabilization?.
Answer: Once a month
◍ Minimum Standard 15.
Answer: Bed and Bank Stabilizationthe bed and banks of a watercouse shall
be stabilized immediately after work in the watercourse is completed (don't
want to work in more areas than they can stabilize in one day -> stabilize as
you go)when working in water, the safety of the workers and equipment is
important; weather also factors in heavily when deciding to continue
working in a watercourse or not due to potentially high flows of
waterprotect streambanks from erosive forces of flowing water
◍ SWPPP Inspection reports must be held by the VSMP for _____..
Answer: 3 yrs after permit termination
◍ VSMP authority must keep project records, including approved SWM plans
and registration statements, for ___ years after state permit termination or
, project completion.
Answer: 3 years
◍ Variances.
Answer: approved @submission or during construction-if no response w/in
10 days = request is disapproved
◍ CWP.
Answer: Center for watershed Protection
◍ Three years after permit termination.
Answer: How long a VSMP authority must keep inspection reports
◍ Stormwater Runoff.
Answer: is rainwater moving overland. When it is not concentrated in a
channel or pipe, it is considered a nonpoint source pollution
◍ This increases after development because of the replacement of vegetation
with impervious surfaces. A larger volume of water will travel more quickly
through a stream channel, potentially causing erosion and flooding..
Answer: The rate of runoff
◍ Who should hold a certificate of competency according to 62.1-44.15:30?.
Answer: Any personnel of a VSMP authority who reviews plans or performs
inspections.
◍ What issues are related to building permeable pavement areas in karst
areas?.
Answer: Formation of sinkholes if the design is consistent with Level 2
specs.
◍ When must temporary stabilization be applied to bare areas that may not be
at final grade but will remain dormant for longer than 14 days?.
Answer: Temporary stabilization must be applied within seven days.
◍ VESCP.
Answer: Virginia Erosion and Sediment Control Program
◍ More Stringent LDA Regulations.
