by SWIMS Team | Jul 27, 2026 | Construction Site, Erosion Control
If your Northern California project involves below-grade work, foundation excavation, or any site condition that puts you in contact with groundwater, dewatering is not a problem you solve with a pump and a hose on the day it shows up. It is a permit-required,...
by SWIMS Team | Mar 1, 2024 | Erosion Control
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,...
by SWIMS Team | Sep 6, 2023 | Erosion Control
As a leader in the construction industry, you face the ongoing challenge of mitigating erosion and ensuring compliance with local authorities while protecting your infrastructure, waterways, and natural ecosystems. The impact of sediment runoff and erosion can have...
by SWIMS Team | Feb 21, 2023 | Erosion Control
Does your construction project disturb 1 acre of land or more? If so, you must obtain the General Permit for Storm Water Discharges Associated with Construction and Land Disturbance Activities (Construction General Permit). Maintaining a safe and compliant...
by SWIMS Team | Apr 25, 2022 | Erosion Control
Nothing ruins the look and feel of a property quite like overgrown weeds. But they’re not just unsightly – they can cause major problems, the biggest being the risk of wildfire. With summer approaching, it’s in our best interests to reduce fire hazards as much...
by SWIMS Team | Feb 8, 2022 | Erosion Control
Erosion happens when the earth’s materials (rocks, soil, etc.) become worn down and transported by natural forces like water or wind. Sometimes this process is sped up by human activity, such as construction. Soil, in particular, contains material that’s vital to...
