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What to include in your Industrial Spill Kit

March 27, 2024

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 […]

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Turbidity Sampling

March 14, 2024

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 […]

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WSC on YouTube

March 11, 2024

Did you know that the WSC has a YouTube channel with hundreds of videos covering all aspects of stormwater management and permitting in Washington state? The Washington Stormwater Center’s YouTube […]

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pH Stormwater Sampling

March 06, 2024

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 […]

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NEBC 2024 Managing Stormwater in Washington Conference

February 28, 2024

The Washington Stormwater Center is proud to sponsor the 2024 NEBC Conference! Designed by environmental professionals from across the region’s consulting, legal, regulatory, policy, and regulated industries, the four-track, twelve-session […]

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Sampling Stormwater Sheet Flow

February 28, 2024

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 […]

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Sampling Stormwater from a Catch Basin

February 20, 2024

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, […]

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PNW SETAC Abstract Submissions Now Open

February 13, 2024

The CLOSING date for abstract submission is March 8th This year’s PNW-SETAC conference will focus on a theme that builds on a familiar notion: as knowledge accretes over time, what do […]

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Sampling Stormwater from an Outlet Pipe

February 13, 2024

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 […]

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Sample Handling

February 06, 2024

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 […]

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