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VA DEQ SWM Inspector Exam |
Comprehensive Key Questions & Verified
Answers
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.
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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.
If land disturbance occurs as a result of emergency work, what is the timeline for
advising the VSMP authority of the disturbance?-correct-answer-within 7 days of
commencing the LDA and a permit application must be submitted within 30 days
VA DEQ SWM Inspector Exam |
Comprehensive Key Questions & Verified
Answers
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.
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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.
If land disturbance occurs as a result of emergency work, what is the timeline for
advising the VSMP authority of the disturbance?-correct-answer-within 7 days of
commencing the LDA and a permit application must be submitted within 30 days
