Storm Water Inspection & Maintenance Blog
BMP Reinforcement: Ensuring Erosion Control Success
Best Management Practices (BMPs) are essential in construction site management, preventing erosion and sediment displacement that can lead to environmental damage and regulatory penalties. BMP reinforcement is crucial, especially during high-impact seasons like winter when rainfall can overwhelm...
5 Key Questions to Ask Before Buying a Full-Trash Capture Device in California
California faces a significant challenge in stormwater management. Every day, millions of gallons of contaminated water flow through the state’s drainage systems, carrying pollutants that harm our oceans, rivers, and ecosystems. With the 2030 SWRCB compliance deadline for California’s Trash...
9 Fall Storm Water System Maintenance Musts
Autumn is here, and many turn their attention to preparing for the rainy season. One critical aspect often overlooked is fall storm water system maintenance. Proper upkeep of storm water systems ensures they function effectively, preventing clogs, backups, and flooding. In this blog, we will...
Is Your Construction Site Ready for Winter? Top Tips for Erosion Control and Regulatory Compliance
Fall is here, and construction site managers across California are facing a crucial question: Is your construction site ready for the winter? With wet weather on the horizon, ensuring that your site is fortified with effective erosion control measures is vital to prevent sediment runoff,...
Innovative Trash Capture Solution Transforms Jurupa Valley’s Stormwater Management
In a proactive effort to comply with stringent regulatory requirements, the City of Jurupa Valley is in the process of achieving trash capture by the December 2nd, 2030 deadline. The city is part way through the effort to install trash capture devices on over 1,000 catch basins, ensuring that they...
San Diego Storm Water Maintenance During Summer
San Diego, with its stunning beaches, idyllic weather, and vibrant community, is also a city that must contend with the challenges of storm water management. Even during the dry summer months, storm water maintenance remains a critical task for ensuring the health and safety of our environment. At...
The Next Chapter for SWIMS
We are excited to share that we’ve joined forces with Apex Companies! As of Friday 5/31, SWIMS has joined Apex Companies, a national leader in water, environmental, compliance & assurance (including ESG verification & assurance), health & safety, and transportation and civil services....
Key Questions to Ask Before Buying Full-Trash Capture Device
Trash issues in California, particularly in Los Angeles County, have reached alarming levels, with approximately 100 million gallons of contaminated water and debris flowing through the storm system on a daily basis. The situation becomes even more critical on rainy days, where the flow can...
4 Facts You Need to Know About the New Phase 4 Permit
The Phase 4 permit brings forth a set of changes, raising numerous questions, especially regarding its impact on existing sites and water sampling requirements. In this article, we aim to address these concerns, providing clarity on who the Phase 4 permit affects, differences in water sampling...