Spills are an unfortunate reality of industrial operations. The ability to swiftly and effectively manage spills is essential to protecting the environment and complying with stormwater regulations. Having a well-stocked […]
Turbidity is the measurement of the cloudiness of our stormwater generally caused by material that washes off the landscape and becomes suspended in our stormwater. Turbidity is easy to measure […]
While most stormwater samples get sent off to an accredited lab, pH is one of the few parameters that can be measured in the field. The process for analyzing pH […]
Sheet flow is one of the most challenging sampling scenarios you can face for the Industrial Stormwater General Permit. The biggest challenge comes from getting enough volume in your sample […]
Sampling stormwater out of a catch basin is a common scenario that many facilities face when sampling for their ISGP. With multiple stormwater inputs, hard-to-reach sampling points, and heavy coverings, […]
Sampling stormwater from an outlet pipe is often the easiest scenario to sample for your stormwater permit requirements. In most cases, the pipe is easy to identify, provides ample concentrated […]
Sample handling is an often overlooked aspect of stormwater sampling that can have a significant impact on the accuracy of your results. The keys to proper sample handling are to […]
Having all of your stormwater sampling supplies on hand and easily accessible is an essential way to ensure that you never miss a sampling event. While some special circumstances may […]
The Washington Stormwater Center (WSC) has been actively collaborating with cities and counties from across Washington to enhance the management and quality of stormwater. These partnerships have been instrumental in […]
The early listening sessions have provided a great space for the public to hear the proposed changes to the ISGP, ask questions about the implications of those changes, make suggestions, […]
