Erosion and sediment control per NY Standards and Specifications for Erosion and Sediment Control (Blue Book). Silt fence, stabilized construction entrances, and seeded stabilization required within 7-14 days of final grading.
Erosion and sediment control (ESC) on construction sites in Oneida County follows the NY Standards and Specifications for Erosion and Sediment Control (the 'Blue Book,' November 2016 edition), incorporated by reference into the SPDES General Permit GP-0-20-001. Required Best Management Practices (BMPs) include silt fence along downslope boundaries, stabilized construction entrance (minimum 50 ft long crushed stone), inlet protection for all storm drains, sediment traps/basins for drainage areas over 5 acres, and phased/sequenced earthwork to minimize exposed area. Temporary seeding is required on any disturbed area inactive for 14 days (7 days within 100 feet of a surface water). Permanent stabilization must be achieved within 14 days of final grading. The Mohawk River, Oneida Lake, Sauquoit Creek, and West Canada Creek watersheds receive heightened review. Contractors on SPDES-permitted sites must employ a Qualified Inspector for weekly inspections and post-rainfall inspections after 0.5 inch events.
NYSDEC violations: up to $37,500 per day per violation of GP-0-20-001. Local MS4 fines: $250-$2,500 per offense plus restoration costs. Work stop orders commonly issued for missing or failed silt fence, unprotected storm drains, or untarped stockpiles.
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