HomeMy Public PortalAboutCity of Bridgeton OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAM
FOR THE PREVENTION AND REDUCTION
OF POLLUTION IN STORM WATER RUNOFF
FROM MUNICIPAL OPERATIONS
WITHIN THE CITY OF
BRIDGETON
ST, LOUIS COUNTY, MISSOURI
Adopted: March 7, 2007
Amended: February 24, 2021
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1 - Program Administration 5
Chapter 2 - General Housekeeping, Operation and Maintenance 7
Chapter 3 - Vehicle/Equipment Repair and Maintenance Operations 21
Chapter 4 - Vehicle/Equipment Washing 27
Chapter 5 - Facility Repair, Remodeling and Construction 29
Chapter 6 - Cleaning and Maintenance of Roadways, Highways, Bridges and Parking
Facilities 33
Chapter 7 - Maintenance of Parks, Green Spaces, Trails and Landscaping 37
Chapter 8 - Cleaning and Maintenance of Drainage Channels, Storm Sewers and Inlet
Structures 41
Chapter 9 - Operation and Maintenance of Recycling and Composting Facilities 45
Chapter 10 - Water Quality Impact Assessment of Flood Management Projects 47
APPENDICES 49
Appendix 1-Al: Sixty One Co-Permittees, St. Louis Metropolitan Small MS4 Phase II Permit
#MO-R040005 51
Appendix 1-A2: Excerpts from the St. Louis Metropolitan Small MS4 53
Appendix 1-A3: Model Operation & Maintenance and Training Program Work Group 57
Appendix 1- A4: Resolution Adopting O&M Program 59
Appendix 5-F1 : Corps of Engineers 404 Permit & MDNR 401 Certification 61
Glossary: Definitions of Terms Used In This Document 63
For More Information 67
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Chapter 1 - Program Administration
A. Introduction:
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) issued Phase II Storm Water Permit
MO-R040005 to the City of Bridgeton and 60 other co-permittees in St. Louis County, effective
March 10, 2003. The area served by the 61 co-permittees is collectively known as the St.
Louis Metropolitan Small MS4. One of the minimum control measures in the permit that must
be addressed by the co-permittees includes pollution prevention and good housekeeping for
municipal operations. Specifically, section 4.2.6.1 .1 of the permit (Appendix 1-A2) requires
each co-permittee to "develop and implement an operation and maintenance program that
includes a training component and has the ultimate goal of preventing or reducing pollutant
runoff from municipal operations."
A Storm Water Management Plan (SWMP) for the St. Louis Metropolitan Small MS4 was
developed by the St. Louis Municipalities Phase II Storm Water Planning Committee in the
Fall of 2002 and submitted to MDNR as part of the application for the Phase II permit. As a
co-permittee under the state permit the City of Bridgeton is bound by the commitments
contained in the Plan. Chapter 14 of that Plan provided for organization of a municipal work
group to develop a model operation and maintenance program to be adopted by each of the
61 co-permittees.
This document represents the City of Bridgeton's adoption of the work group's model program
as applicable and tailored to specifically meet Bridgeton's needs and goals. This program
impacts all facets of municipal operations. It is the City of Bridgeton's intent to adhere to the
policies and procedures stated herein in order to prevent pollution, to safeguard the
environment for the health and benefit of all Bridgeton employees, residents and visitors and
to serve as a model for the entire regulated area. Where the municipal operations described
in this manual are contracted, rather than performed by municipal employees, the best
management practices (BMPs) will be imposed to the maximum extent practicable on the
contractor through purchasing or contract mechanisms by including BMPs in the scope of
work or job/service specifications. Contractors will be required to obtain all applicable
local/state/federal environmental permits. This program has been adopted by Resolution
No.R-07-01 on March 7th, 2007, and amended on February 24th, 2021 (See appendix 1-A4).
B. Organization of Manual:
The SWMP prepared for St. Louis County by the Planning Committee contains a detailed
listing of BMP elements that were to be considered when developing a model operation and
maintenance program for the 61 co-permittees. The Planning Committee placed these
elements into nine major categories of municipal operations/activities. Based on its size and
the nature of its municipal services each co-permittee may have activities in only some or in
all nine categories. For consistency within the Plan area, each of the nine categories is
addressed in the following Chapters 2 through 10. A statement of non-applicability is
contained in those chapters where the City of Bridgeton is not engaged in the subject activity.
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C. Administration:
The responsible party for administration of the operation and maintenance (O&M) program is
the Director of Public Works. This person is responsible for ensuring the program is kept up
to date, and that employees are trained on the procedures implementing the program.
The City of Bridgeton will train all staff associated with activities that can impact pollution in
storm water runoff. Each chapter will identify employees who should be subject to training on
that particular chapter. Employees will receive general storm water pollution prevention
training provided by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, Environmental Assistance
Office or others. Upon implementation of specific procedures, management will review the
new procedures that incorporate storm water BMPs, proper waste management and
applicable NPDES permit requirements with all employees affected. New employees will be
trained on applicable procedures within the first six months of employment. To maintain
proficiency, a schedule of periodic retraining will be implemented, or provisions made for an
employee awareness campaign to ensure employees remain aware of the BMPs and proper
waste management.
Records documenting the training of employees and contractors must be maintained in file.
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Chapter 2 - General Housekeeping, Operation and Maintenance
A. Description of Activities:
Municipal operations include a variety of activities conducted to maintain City owned
property and facilities. This chapter will cover those activities that are not specifically
covered in the other chapters of this document. This chapter covers custodial and building
maintenance activities, materials management and storage, safe material substitutions,
spill plans, establishment of general O&M procedures, scheduling, record keeping and
housekeeping practices in general.
This chapter also covers general municipal housekeeping issues, which include illegal
dumping, littering, pet wastes, trash storage, and recycling.
B. Locations:
1. Government Center — 12355 Natural Bridge Road. This facility is situated on three
point nine (3.9) acres and consists of a two story building with a total building size of
approximately 42,000 square feet. The Government Center houses the Finance and
Administration Department, the Police Department, the City Clerks office, and the
Public Works Department. A pervious parking lot is provided for visitors/employees
and City vehicles. Police vehicles are parked under a canopy. Materials and supplies
utilized in performing all building maintenance, including custodial work, are stored
within the building. A double walled 1 ,000 gallon above ground gasoline refueling
station is located in the Northeast corner of the facilities parking lot which is used for
fueling vehicles stored at the facility. A total of 110 employees report to this facility.
2. Street Department & Central Garage — 4015 Fee Fee Road. This facility houses the
Street Maintenance Division and the Central Garage of the Public Works Department.
The facility is situated on approximately two and a half (2.5) acres. It contains a main
building with an attached covered equipment storage area, and a covered bulk storage
bin, with a combined area of approximately 31,248 square feet. The main building has
a 9,500 square feet vehicle storage area, five (5) vehicle work bays, an enclosed
vehicle wash bay, a sign shop, shower/locker facilities, lunchroom, and administrative
offices. A 72-foot diameter salt dome, with a capacity of 7000 tons, is also located on
the site. Vehicle fueling stations are located on site and consist of one 1,000 gallon
gasoline tank and one 2,000 gallon diesel tank. Both fueling tanks are double walled
with emergency shut-off devices. A paved parking lot is provided for
visitors/employees. All equipment associated with street maintenance activities are
either stored within the covered equipment storage building, or on the paved yard
storage area. All materials utilized in performing street maintenance is either stored
within the main building or within the covered bulk storage bin. All fleet maintenance
activity is done inside the main building, within the vehicle work bays. The Central
Garage maintains the entire City fleet, including police cars. The Street Maintenance
Facility & Central Garage typically operates from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The hours vary
during emergency operations such as snow removal. A total of 18 employees report to
this facility.
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3. Bridgeton Municipal Athletic Complex (BMAC) — 13217 Ferguson Lane. This 67-
acre facility consists of 11 baseball/softball fields, 10 soccer fields, 9 racquet-sports
courts and a 1.5-mile walking trail. The complex also has two-concession areas to
serve the patrons, one being an open-air pavilion with seating for 150 and the other is
enclosed with seating for 200. There are two parking lots to serve the patrons and
employees with parking available for approximately 900 vehicles. This complex is
responsible for providing the recreation opportunities of the facility and the
refreshments that are needed by the patrons. This facility operates 9 months of the
year. In season as many as 60 employees work out of this complex.
4. Bridgeton Parks Maintenance Facility — 13159 Taussig. This facility is located in the
BMAC complex and consist of a 10,400 square foot building which houses the Parks
Maintenance Division. This division is responsible for the maintenance of the athletic
complex, the maintenance of all other City parks, and all grounds maintenance
activities associated with City Hall and the City's various beautifications areas. A
paved parking lot is provided for employees. Equipment is either stored within the
building, or on a paved storage area adjacent to the building. All material used in park
maintenance activities is stored within the building or in adjacent covered storage bays.
With the exception of the winter months, this facility operates 7 days a week from 6:30
a.m. to 11:00 p.m. During the winter the facility operates form 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. A
total of 20 employees work out of this facility.
5. Gentry Park — 4201 Fee Fee Road. This 37-acre complex is the site for both the
Bridgeton Recreation Center and Bridgeton Crossing Family Aquatic Park. Gentry Park
has two playgrounds, a pavilion, a nature trail and a historic home. There are two
parking lots with a combined accommodation for 500 vehicles.
a. Bridgeton Recreation Center: The Recreation Center is a 53,000 square foot
building which houses an indoor swimming pool, two gymnasiums, workout facility,
walking track, three meeting rooms, kitchen, administrative offices, and reception
area. This is the headquarters for the Park Division as well as the Senior Division.
During the summer as many as 75 people work out of this complex.
b. Bridgeton Crossing Family Aquatic Park: The Aquatic Park is a swimming
complex that has features for all age groups as well as a competitive pool. The park
consists of a 6,000 square foot building and a 387,000 gallon pool. The season is
from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The Aquatic Park has a staff of 35 employees.
6. Berry Hill Golf Course — 11919 Berry Hill Road. This is a 9-hole golf course built on
52 acres that houses a clubhouse and maintenance building. The course has bent
grass greens, Bermuda fairways, and zoysia tee boxes. The golf course is open 10
months of the year and has a staff of 30 in mid season.
a. Clubhouse: The clubhouse consists of a 4,000 square foot building that contains a
Pro-Shop, snack bar with seating for 50 people, and the administrative office.
b. Maintenance Building: The maintenance building has an area of 5,000 square feet
and houses the equipment and materials needed for maintaining the golf course.
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C. Responsible Parties:
1. Government Center - The Administrative Assistant has authority over City Hall. The
building is actively managed by the Director of Public Works.
Administrative Assistant: Mr. Kevin Bookout (314) 739-7500
Director of Public Works: Mr. Robert Gunn, PE, (314) 739-7665
2. Street Department & Central Garage — The Director of Public Works has authority
over the Street Department Facility and Central Garage. The facilities are actively
managed by the Public Works Superintendent.
Director of Public Works: Mr. Robert Gunn, PE, (314) 739-7665
Public Works Superintendent: Mr. Matt Elliot, (314) 291-4314
3. Bridgeton Municipal Athletic Complex (BMAC) - The Director of the Parks &
Recreation Department has authority over the athletic complex. The complex is
actively managed by the Recreation Supervisor.
Director Parks & Recreation Dept. : Mr. Brendan Kane, (314) 739-5599
Recreation Supervisor: Mr. Chris Cholley, (314) 209-2622
4. Bridgeton Parks Maintenance Facility - The Director of the Parks & Recreation
Department has authority over the Bridgeton Parks Maintenance Facility. The facility is
actively managed by the Parks Superintendent.
Director Parks & Recreation Dept. : Mr. Brendan Kane, (314) 739-5599
Parks Superintendent: Mr. Craig Dew (314) 291-8643
5. Gentry Park - The Director of the Parks & Recreation Department has authority over
the Bridgeton Recreation Center and Bridgeton Crossing Family Aquatic Park. The
Bridgeton Recreation Center is actively managed by the Assistant Director of Parks &
Recreation and the Bridgeton Crossing Family Aquatic Park facility is actively managed
by the Aquatic Supervisor.
Director Parks & Recreation Dept. : Mr. Brendan Kane, (314) 739-5599
Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation: Ms. Vicki Ventrella-Meyer, (314) 739-5599
Aquatic Supervisor: Ms. Michelle Bell, (314) 739-5599
6. Berry Hill Golf Course - The Director of the Parks & Recreation Department has
authority over the Berry Hill Golf Course. The facility is actively managed by the Golf
Professional/Manager.
Director Parks & Recreation Dept. : Mr. Brendan Kane, (314) 739-5599
Golf Professional/Manager: Mr. Dave Levine (314) 731-7979
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D. Materials/Supplies acquisition, storage and usage:
1. City Hall: Material/supply needs are determined by the Building Maintenance
Supervisor .
Material Maximum Quantity For Use Within Storage Location
Kept On Hand
Various Cleaning Supplies 50 Gallons 6 Months Various custodial closets
Aerosol Cans (various) Only Amount Needed 6 Months Various custodial closets
Fluorescent Lamps 150 6 Months Public Works Storeroom
Light Ballasts 2 6 Months Public Works Storeroom
2. Street Department & Central Garage: Material/supply needs are determined by the
Street Superintendent. Material/supplies used in vehicle/equipment maintenance and
repair operations are listed in Chapter 3. Materials/supplies used in roadway/bridge
maintenance are listed in Chapter 6.
Material Maximum Quantity For Use Storage Location
Kept On Hand Within
Various Cleaning Supplies 10 Gallons 6 Months Custodial Closet
Latex Paint 20 Gallons 6 Months Storage Room
3. Bridgeton Municipal Athletic Complex (BMAC): Material/supply needs are
determined by the Parks Superintendent. Materials/supplies used in field maintenance
are listed in Chapter 7.
Material Maximum Quantity For Use Within Storage Location
Kept On Hand
Various Cleaning Supplies 25 Gallons 3 Months Custodial Closet
Aerosol Cans (various) Only Amount Needed 3 Months Custodial Closet
Fluorescent Lamps 20 3 Months Custodial Closet
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4. Parks Maintenance Facility: Material/supply needs are determined by the Parks
Superintendent. Materials/supplies used in parks maintenance operations are listed in
Chapter 7.
Material Maximum Quantity For Use Within Storage Location
Kept On Hand
Various Cleaning Supplies 200 Gallons 6 Months Chemical Storage Area
Aerosol Cans (various) Only Amount Needed 3 Months Store Room
Fluorescent Lamps 50 6 Months Store Room
Fertilizer 40 Bags 6 Months Chemical Storage Area
Herbicides 10 Gallons 6 Months Chemical Storage Area
Drying Agent 100 Bags 3 Months Chemical Storage Area
5a. Bridgeton Recreation Center: Material/supply needs are determined by the Assistant
Director of Parks & Recreation.
Material Maximum Quantity For Use Within Storage Location
Kept On Hand
Various Cleaning Supplies 15 Gallons 3 Months Custodial Storage Area
Aerosol Cans (various) 24 2 Months Custodial Storage Area
Fluorescent Lamps 175 6 Months Custodial Storage Area
Chlorine 450 Gallons 1 Month Swimming Pool Tank
Pool Chemicals 20 Gallons 1 Month Pump Room
5b. Bridgeton Crossing Family Aquatic Park: Material/supply needs are determined by
the Aquatic Supervisor.
Material Maximum Quantity For Use Within Storage Location
Kept On Hand
Various Cleaning Supplies 10 Gallons 1 Month Chemical Supply Room
Aerosol Cans (various) Amount Needed 1 Month Chemical Supply Room
Chlorine 1200 Gallons 1 Month Chemical Supply Room
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Pool Chemicals 20 Gallons 1 Month Chemical Supply Room
6a. Berry Hill Golf Course Clubhouse: Material/supply needs are determined by the Golf
Professional/Manager.
Material Maximum Quantity For Use Within Storage Location
Kept On Hand
Various Cleaning Supplies 10 Gallons 2 Months Storeroom
Aerosol Cans (various) Only Amount Needed 2 Months Storeroom
Fluorescent Lamps 20 6 Months Storeroom
6a. Berry Hill Golf Course Maintenance Building: Material/supply needs are determined
by the Golf Professional/Manager.
Material Maximum Quantity For Use Within Storage Location
Kept On Hand
Fertilizer 100 Bags 3 Months Chemical Room
Pesticides 20 Bags 3 Months Chemical Room
Herbicides 20 Gallons 3 Months Chemical Room
Paint 10 Gallons 6 Months Storage Locker
E. Waste generation, storage, disposal, recycling:
1. Government Center: Standard office waste is generated, along with waste from
custodial operations. Wastes from building and office maintenance activities are also
included in this list.
Maximum Storage Method Of
Waste Storage Location Disposal Contractor Frequency
Capacity
Standard Office 2— 15 yd3 NE corner of Landfill Waste Hauler Bi-Weekly
Waste Dumpsters parking lot
White Paper& Various Various Recycle Recycling Co. Weekly
Cardboard Containers Locations
Custodial Waste Drain to
(mop water, auto N/A N/A Sanitary N/A Daily
scrubber, water
based cleaners) Sewer
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Lamp Ballasts Box Public Works Landfill Waste Hauler Quarterly
Storeroom (with approval)
Lamps Hazardous
(fluorescent, Box Public Works Recycle Material Quarterly
mercury& sodium Storeroom Recycler
vapor)
Lamps(green tip Box Public Works Landfill Waste Hauler Weekly
fluorescent) Storeroom
Reuse or
Computer N/A Public Works Recycle Hazardous As Needed
Monitors, CPUs Storeroom Material
Recycler
2. Street Department Facility & Central Garage: Standard office waste is generated,
along with waste from custodial operations. Additional waste generated from vehicle
maintenance activities and street maintenance activities is included in Chapters 3 and 6
of this document.
Maximum Storage Method Of
Waste Storage Location Disposal Contractor Frequency
Capacity
Standard Office 15 yd3 Parking Lot Landfill Waste Hauler Bi-Weekly
Waste Dumpsters
White Paper& Various Various Recycle Recycling Co. Weekly
Cardboard Containers Locations
Oil Based Paints Drum Maintenance Energy Hazardous Quarterly
and Thinners Shop Recovery Waste Vendor
Organic Solvents Drum Maintenance Energy Hazardous Quarterly
Shop Recovery Waste Vendor
Drain to
Custodial Waste N/A N/A Sanitary N/A Daily
Sewer
3. Bridgeton Municipal Athletic Complex (BMAC): Standard office waste is generated
from the maintenance building. Additional waste generated from parks maintenance
activities is included in Chapter 7 of this document.
Maximum Storage Method of
Waste Storage Location Disposal Contractor Frequency
Capacity
Standard Office 1 —30 yd3 Fenced Area
Waste Dumpster Outside of Landfill Waste Hauler Bi-Weekly
Loading Dock
White Paper& Various Loading Dock Recycle Recycling Co. Weekly
Cardboard Containers
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Aluminum Cans& Various Loading Dock Recycle Recycling Co. Weekly
Plastic Bottles Containers
Custodial Waste Drain to
(mop water, auto N/A N/A Sanitary N/A Daily
scrubber, water
based cleaners) Sewer
Emergency Maintenance Hazardous
Lighting Batteries N/A Shop Recycle Material Quarterly
Recycler
Lamp Ballasts Box Maintenance Landfill Waste Hauler Quarterly
Shop (with approval)
Concession Waste Dumpster Loading Dock Landfill Waste Hauler Bi-Weekly
Lamps (green tip Box Loading Dock Landfill Waste Hauler Weekly
fluorescent)
4. Parks Maintenance Facility: Standard office waste is generated, along with waste
from custodial operations. Additional waste generated from parks maintenance
activities is included in Chapter 7 of this document.
Maximum Storage Method of
Waste Storage Location Disposal Contractor Frequency
Capacity
Standard Office 1 —30 yd3 Fenced Area
Waste Dumpster Outside of Landfill Waste Hauler Bi-Weekly
Loading Dock
White Paper& Various Loading Dock Recycle Recycling Co. Weekly
Cardboard Containers
Aluminum Cans & Various Loading Dock Recycle Recycling Co. Weekly
Plastic Bottles Containers
Custodial Waste
(mop water, auto Drain to
scrubber, water N/A N/A Sanitary N/A Daily
based cleaners) Sewer
Emergency Maintenance Hazardous
Lighting Batteries N/A Shop Recycle Material Quarterly
Recycler
Lamp Ballasts Box Maintenance Landfill Waste Hauler Quarterly
Shop (with approval)
Lamps (green tip Box Loading Dock Landfill Waste Hauler Weekly
fluorescent)
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Oil Based Paints Drum Maintenance Energy Hazardous Quarterly
and Thinners Shop Recovery Waste Vendor
Organic Solvents Drum Maintenance Energy Hazardous Quarterly
Shop Recovery Waste Vendor
5. Gentry Park (Recreation Center & Aquatic Park): Standard office waste is
generated, along with waste from custodial operations. Additional waste generated
from parks maintenance activities is included in Chapter 7 of this document.
Maximum Storage Method of
Waste Storage Location Disposal Contractor Frequency
Capacity
Standard Office 2— 15 yd3 Parking Lot Landfill Waste Hauler Bi-Weekly
Waste Dumpster
White Paper& Various Media Center Recycle Recycling Co. Weekly
Cardboard Containers
Custodial Waste
(mop water, auto Drain to
scrubber, water N/A N/A Sanitary N/A Daily
based cleaners) Sewer
Emergency Maintenance Hazardous
Lighting Batteries N/A Shop Recycle Material Quarterly
Recycler
Lamp Ballasts Box Maintenance Landfill Waste Hauler Quarterly
Shop (with approval)
Lamps (green tip Box Loading Dock Landfill Waste Hauler Weekly
fluorescent)
Reuse or
Computer N/A Storage Area Recycle Hazardous As Needed
Monitors, CPUs Material
Recycler
6. Berry Hill Golf Coarse (Clubhouse & Maintenance Building): Standard office waste
is generated, along with waste from custodial operations. Additional waste generated
from parks maintenance activities is included in Chapter 7 of this document.
Maximum Storage Method of
Waste Storage Location Disposal Contractor Frequency
Capacity
Standard Office 1 — 15 yd3 Fenced Area Landfill Waste Hauler Bi-Weekly
Waste Dumpster
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Concession Waste Dumpster Fenced Area Landfill Waste Hauler Bi-Weekly
Custodial Waste Drain to
(mop water, auto N/A N/A Sanitary N/A Daily
scrubber, water
based cleaners) Sewer
Lamps Hazardous
(fluorescent, Box Maintenance Recycle Material Quarterly
mercury & sodium Shop Recycler
vapor)
Lamps (green tip Box Loading Dock Landfill Waste Hauler Weekly
fluorescent)
Reuse or
Computer N/A Storage Area Recycle Hazardous As Needed
Monitors, CPUs Material
Recycler
Oil Based Paints Drum Maintenance Energy Hazardous Quarterly
and Thinners Shop Recovery Waste Vendor
Organic Solvents Drum Maintenance Energy Hazardous Quarterly
Shop Recovery Waste Vendor
F. Best Management Practices (BMP):
FACILITIES
• Pool drainage and filter backwash water from chlorinated swimming pools, fountains
and lined ponds must be discharged into the sanitary sewer system. Other chlorinated
water from water line or tank disinfection must also be directed to the sanitary sewer.
• Any discharge to surface water of pool or backwash water from pools and ponds must
be dechlorinated prior to discharging into storm sewer system under the conditions of
an NPDES permit obtained by the facility. The NPDES permit requires ceasing
chlorination 7 days prior to discharge or using chemical dechlorination. These
discharges to surface water must be approved under local building code, and not
create a nuisance to adjoining property.
• Avoid using copper or silver-containing algaecides in pools, fountains and ponds.
• Ensure grease traps and oil/water separators in kitchens and food service areas are
maintained. Avoid sanitary sewer grease-blockage by regularly pumping out traps and
separators.
• Maintain site plumbing plans showing sanitary and storm sewer connections. Ensure
wastewater is discharged only to the sanitary sewer, and storm water to the storm
sewer. Label storm drain inlets to ensure they are used only for storm water drainage.
• Minimize the use of pesticides through an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Program.
An IPM Program uses monitoring of pest populations compared to an action threshold,
and then choosing the proper tactics, using non-chemical pest control practices, such
as mechanical and biological controls, when possible, or less toxic products when
needed. IPM does not rely on routine applications of pesticide based on a calendar
date.
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• Reduce the risk of West Nile Virus by reducing stagnant water (mosquito breeding
grounds) caused by cans, containers and tires present in litter and junk piles. Keeping
storm water drainage gutters and drains clean will also reduce conditions suitable for
mosquito breeding. Refer to MU Extension IPM Guides at:
http://ipm.missouri.edu/ipmresources.htm (See Chapter 7 for additional BMPs.)
• Minimize the use of herbicides through an Integrated Pest Management Program for
weed control. With turf grass, prevention of weed infestation begins with practices to
promote healthy grass through proper planting, watering, fertilizing, mowing,
aerification, and thatch control. Refer to MU Extension Publication IPM1009:
http://muextension.missouri.edu/xplor/aqguides/pests/ipm1009.htm (See Chapter 7 for
additional BMPs.)
MATERIAL MANAGEMENT
• Collect and recycle, to the maximum extent practicable, wastes generated by municipal
operations.
• Develop policy to purchase environmentally preferred products whenever practical. For
a "Database of Environmental Information for Products and Services," see EPA
website: http://yosemitel.epa.gov/oppt/eppstand2.nsf/
Provide for the proper disposal of all wastes generated or collected in the course of
municipal operations, in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal laws.
• Inspect facilities for litter on a regular basis, and clean up as needed.
• Keep trash container lids closed to keep rain out. Do not dispose of liquid waste in the
trash container.
• Ensure that the collection frequency of trash containers is appropriate to avoid
overflows.
• Outdoor material stockpiles at both permanent locations and at job sites should be
covered to protect from rainfall and prevent contamination of storm water runoff.
• Material stockpiles which can not feasibly be covered should be surrounded by a berm
or otherwise contained so that storm water runoff can be captured.
• Petroleum products, fuels, chemicals, hazardous and toxic materials, and all wastes
should be properly labeled to ensure appropriate handling and disposal.
• Petroleum products, fuels, chemicals, hazardous and toxic materials, and all wastes
should be stored and handled with appropriate safeguards to prevent contamination of
storm water from drips and spillage from the transfer of materials (for example, cover
storage containers, use collection trays for drips, maintain spill kits and floor drain plugs
to contain spills, etc.). Liquid containers should be stored under roof; or if outdoors,
containers should be kept clean and sealed water-tight.
• Prevent spills of hazardous materials by selecting storage areas that avoid traffic to
minimize accidental contact, and select areas that are away from storm drain inlets
and streams to minimize the impact of a spill. Storage areas should be kept clean and
organized.
• Contain and clean up all spills immediately. Ensure employees are familiar with spill
response procedures and the location of spill kits to enable them to stop the spills at
the source and contain the spilled material. With training on hazards from a material
safety data sheet, minor spills can be addressed by employees, however, significant
spills will require evacuation and contacting emergency responders.
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• Keep material safety data sheets (MSDS) for chemicals onsite for information on
reportable spill quantities, proper handling, and health and safety issues.
• Maintain and post a list of emergency contact numbers for spill reporting and spill
clean-up contractor response, including: Missouri Department of Natural Resources
(MDNR) — 573-634-2436, National Response Center— 800-424-8802, and for releases
to the sewer, MSD — 314-768-6260. Reportable quantities (RQ) for chemicals are
listed on the MSDS, and petroleum RQs include: any amount released to a storm
sewer or waterway causing a sheen, 25 gallons from an underground tank, and 50
gallons from all other sources.
• Prepare for appropriately handling the clean up of the spilled material and disposal of
waste. Do not hose down spills to the storm sewer system. Clean up spills with dry
methods, using absorbent to pickup fluids.
• Spill response plans are recommended for all areas of municipal operations. Spill
Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans are required to meet regulatory
criteria in 40 CFR 112 for sites with a storage capacity over 660 gallons oil in one
container or 1,320 gallons on site.
• Establish at all municipal facilities materials management and inventory controls to
include the proper identification of hazardous and non-hazardous substances, and
proper labeling of all containers.
• Regular inspections and inventory of material storage and use areas should be
performed to ensure BMPs are being used.
COMMUNITY
• Develop/enforce ordinances for waste containers which regulate size, type, covers and
water-tightness for residential, commercial and industrial areas.
• Develop/enforce ordinances against illegal dumping, littering and improper yard waste
disposal, providing for corrective action, enforcement and penalties.
• Develop/enforce ordinances requiring pet owners, property owners, and equestrian and
animal boarding facilities to clean up wastes from their pets and other animals.
• Provide pet waste scoop dispensers and signage in parks and other public areas
frequented by pet walkers to promote the proper disposal of pet waste and notify the
public of ordinance requirements.
• Provide recycling and yard waste services for residential waste.
• Provide sufficient numbers of appropriately-sized waste receptacles at municipal
facilities and in public areas with regularly scheduled servicing, collection and disposal.
• Educate citizens on trash and pet waste issues to promote compliance with ordinances
using available methods such as resident newsletters, brochures, internet sites, storm
drain marking projects, etc.
• Promote and assist in neighborhood and stream clean-up activities.
• Develop/enforce municipal ordinances against illegal discharges to storm water from
sources such as failing septic tanks, septic tanks discharging to storm water, etc.
Ordinances to address illegal connections of sanitary sewers should be at least as
stringent as the Missouri Department of Health regulations in 19 CSR 20-3 and County
requirements, such as St. Louis County Plumbing Code Section 1103.
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O&M PROGRAM
• Establish standard operation and maintenance procedures, maintenance schedules
and long term inspection procedures in accordance with this program manual with
emphasis on safety, efficiency, and compliance with applicable laws and good
environmental stewardship.
• General housekeeping inspections of facilities and storage areas should be performed
once a month and records kept of the inspections.
• Develop record keeping procedures that effectively track implementation of program
elements and that provide the information necessary to meet the reporting
requirements of the MS4 permit.
G. NPDES Permit status:
Applicable MDNR general storm water permits must be obtained if the city engages in the
following activities described by the following categories:
Equipment/Vehicle Washing (G75, See also Chapter 4) - Car wash wastewater treatment
systems for design flows of 50,000 gallons per day or less. This includes no-discharge land
application systems. Provides for 500 gallons per day de-minimis exemption under certain
conditions.
Swimming pools (G76) — Discharges of filter backwash and pool drainage from swimming
pools and lined ponds.
Vehicle Maintenance (R80C, See also Chapter 3) - Motor freight transportation and
warehousing.
If the above categories describe city operations, but the activities and materials stored or
handled are not exposed to storm water, a "No Exposure Certification" must be submitted in
lieu of obtaining a permit. Further descriptions and a copy of the general permits are available
at: www.dnr.mo.gov/wpscd/wpcp/permits/wpcpermits-general.htm
The discharge of process waste water to a storm water inlet from any (city) facility requires an
NPDES Operating Permit from MDNR's Water Pollution Control Program. All permit
conditions and limitations must be complied with.
H. Training:
All employees involved in maintenance operations, construction, facility or site design, or
building or facility management will be trained on this chapter.
In addition to training on the housekeeping BMPs and proper waste management, employees
will be provided general awareness of NPDES discharge requirements.
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Chapter 3 - Vehicle/Equipment Repair and Maintenance Operations
A. Description of Activities:
The Central Garage is responsible for the maintenance and repair of equipment and vehicles
ranging from chain saws and light vehicles to loaders and tandem dump trucks. Preventative
maintenance or PM's include oil and filter changes, tune ups and tire rotations. Repairs
include engine and transmission replacement; brake, suspension or axle repair; and welding
work. Fueling stations are located at the Street Department and Government Center. Outside
contractors perform services such as glass repair or replacement and all bodywork.
B. Locations:
The Central Garage, located at 4015 Fee Fee Road, serves the whole city. This facility is
responsible for approximately 355 pieces of equipment. This location has one welding area
and five work bays. Four of the five work bays have above ground lifts. There is also a Bulk
Storage room where all excess maintenance fluids are kept. The materials/ supplies used at
this facility are all stored inside.
The floor drains are connected to sediment/ oil traps. The bulk oils and fluids, bottled oils and
spray chemicals are stored inside the facility.
The majority of repair and maintenance work is done inside however, due to the difficulty in
moving certain pieces of equipment, some work is done at the job site.
C. Responsible Parties:
The Public Works Superintendent oversees all aspects of fleet administration and operations.
The Mechanic Foreman is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Central Garage.
The garage has two full time employees (2 mechanics).
D. Materials/Supplies acquisition, storage and usage:
Materials/supplies are ordered and stored within the Street Department/Central Garage. The
following materials and quantities are typically kept on hand:
Material Maximum Quantity Kept For Use Within Storage Location
On Hand
Various Motor Oils 1000 Gallons 6 Months Bulk Storage
Various Engine Fluids 1000 Gallons 6 Months Bulk Storage
Anti-Freeze 110 Gallons 6 Months Bulk Storage
Gasoline 1,000 Gallons 3 Months Above Ground Tank
Diesel 2,000 Gallons 3 Months Above Ground Tank
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Brake Solvent 55 Gallons 2 Months Bulk Storage
Penetrating Oil 120 18oz. Aerosol Can 1 Month Bulk Storage
Brake Clean 120 18oz. Aerosol Can 1 Month Bulk Storage
Carburetor Cleaner 60 18oz. Aerosol Can 1 Month Bulk Storage
E. Waste generation, storage, disposal, recycling:
Waste generated by operations of all garages are as follows:
Maximum Storage Method Of
Waste Storage Location Disposal Contractor Frequency
Capacity
Used Motor Oil, Above Licensed Oil
Hydraulic and 500 Gallons Ground Tank Recycled Recycler As Needed
Transmission Fluid
Used Oil Filters N/A Drain 24 Trash Can Trash Hauler As Generated
Hours
Labeled Recycle or Sewer if
Used Antifreeze N/A Container in Approved by MSD N/A As Generated
Shop
Worn Brake N/A Shop Returned For Parts Vendor As Needed
Pads/Shoes Recycling
Equipment Batteries 20 Shop Returned For Battery Vendor As Needed
(Lead-acid and NiCd) Recycling
<25, Unless Returned For Tire Vendor,
Tires Meeting Rules Waste Bin Recycling and/or Permitted As Needed
in Recapped Waste Tire
10 CSR 80 Hauler
Scrap Metal N/A Outside Bin Recycled Metal Recycler As Needed
Shop Towels 300 Shop Container Cleaning Weekly
Service
<220 or
Organic Solvent for 220 —2200 lbs No Smoking Energy Recovery Hazardous Quarterly or
Parts Cleaning as Registered Area Or Recycling Waste Vendor As Needed
Waste Gen.
UST Condensate N/A Loading Treatment Hazardous Within 90 days
Dock Waste Vendor of Generation
Tested Onsite or EPA
Refrigerant Container Shop Recover for Reuse Registered Co. As Needed
Capacity
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F. Best Management Practices (BMP):
OPERATIONS
• Institute a preventive maintenance program to minimize fluid leaks and equipment
failures. Inspect vehicles and equipment frequently for leaks, collecting leaks with pans
or absorbent, and repairing leaks.
• All routine vehicle maintenance and repairs at Bridgeton facilities are performed
indoors. On occasion and when necessary, outside maintenance work will be
performed in a paved area with provisions made to contain and clean up all drips and
spills.
• Use non-hazardous, environmentally safe products when possible. Avoid use of
chlorinated organic solvents.
• Environmentally safe detergents are used instead of caustic cleaning solutions.
• Flammable liquids are kept in a vented fire-rated cabinet.
• All supply material and waste containers are marked clearly and properly to identify the
contents.
• Keep material safety data sheets (MSDS) for chemicals onsite for information on
reportable spill quantities, proper handling and health and safety.
• All supply material and waste containers are stored under cover to prevent contact with
rainfall; or when uncovered, containers are clean and sealed.
• Tops of containers have absorbent mats and are free of standing liquid, and stored
containers are kept closed.
• Waste oils, filters, antifreeze, and other wastes are collected in designated, labeled
containers and recycled to the maximum extent practicable.
• Wheel weights are kept in a container marked "scrap lead".
• Records of waste pick-ups are logged and maintained in file.
• Drain pans are labeled for specific types of fluid. Use pans under vehicles and
equipment with fluid leaks. Always use drip pans when making and breaking
connections.
• Used oil filters should be gravity drained for 24 hrs with the anti-drain back valve or
filter dome punctured to facilitate the draining process. Crushing the oil filter and
recycling is preferred.
• Batteries, waste oil, etc. having spill/leak potential are stored indoors and are in
secondary containment, when possible.
• Neutralizer and absorbent are kept by both new and used batteries.
• All floors are clean of oil and grease.
• Immediately clean up all spills of chemicals or vehicle fluids using dry methods
(absorbents), minimizing the use of water whenever possible.
• Vehicle operators should be instructed to remain with the vehicle during fueling, and
not to top-off the fuel tank to avoid overflows and spills.
• For painting or sanding activities outdoors, use a tarp enclosure to contain and capture
material. Collect and dispose of paint chips and sand blast waste in the trash for non-
lead based paint, or evaluate lead based paint for hazardous waste disposal.
• Keep the facility and surrounding area clear of litter.
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SPILL PREVENTION
• Spill control plans should be in place with procedures for proper spill response to
minimize environmental impacts. SPCC plans must meet regulatory criteria in 40 CFR
112 for sites with a storage capacity over 660 gallons oil in one container or 1,320
gallons on site.
• Procedures for loading, unloading and transfer operations should be developed to
prevent overfilling and spills.
• In areas where spills could occur, such as fueling and loading areas, keep spill kits with
absorbent materials nearby and display signage indicating the location of those spill
kits. Storm drain plugs or covers are recommended to prevent the flow of spilled
material from entering the storm drain.
• For fueling areas, post signs that state "no topping off".
• Regularly inspect all tanks and containers to ensure physical integrity.
• Maintain equipment to ensure the proper operation of automatic shutoff devices on
pumps and, overfill protection and spill buckets on tanks.
• Emergency phone numbers are clearly posted in the shop and near material storage
areas.
FACILITY
• All floors in work areas are sloped to floor drains that are connected to an MSD-
approved sediment /oil trap prior to discharge into the sanitary sewer system. Trap is
pumped out quarterly, or as needed.
• A site-plumbing schematic showing all drains, traps, and shut offs for utilities should be
posted in shop. Employees should be made aware of sanitary and storm sewers to
ensure all wastewater is discharged to the sanitary sewer.
• Storm drains/inlets can be labeled to help protect from improper usage.
• All above ground storage tanks have secondary containment in accordance with SPCC
requirements and are covered with a roof. If containment is not roofed, inspect
accumulated rain water for contamination prior to discharge.
• Fueling areas are recommended to be designed with a roof to prevent contact with
storm water. The area should be graded and sloped to direct storm water runoff away
from the site and to prevent runoff from flowing over the fueling area.
• Storm water treatment devices can be used to treat runoff from fueling areas.
• "No smoking" signs are posted in the shop, and near hazardous waste and flammable
material storage areas. Verify that fire extinguishers are charged and inspected yearly.
G. NPDES (National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System) Permit status:
Vehicle maintenance facilities of this type are considered "municipal industrial" facilities under
the Missouri Storm Water Regulations and are subject to separate NPDES storm water
(Phase I) permitting requirements under MDNR general permit R80C. As stated above, all of
the City of Bridgeton's vehicle repairs and maintenance are preformed indoors or are
otherwise done without exposure to storm water. Therefore, a NPDES Storm Water permit is
not required and a no-exposure certification has been filed with the Missouri Department of
Natural Resources.
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H. Training:
Training on storm water BMPs pertaining to general housekeeping will be provided to all
employees of the Street Department & Central Garage who are involved in maintenance and
janitorial activities.
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Chapter 4 - Vehicle/Equipment Washing
A. Description of Activities:
The City of Bridgeton will wash vehicles and equipment at wash bay facilities designed
according to this chapter, whenever possible. At City of Bridgeton facilities where no wash
bay exists, all vehicles and equipment will be taken to the central garage or commercial
facilities when washing is required.
B. Locations:
The City of Bridgeton wash bay facilities are located at the following location:
4015 Fee Fee Road - Street Department/Central Garage
C. Responsible Parties:
The Public Works Superintendent is responsible for ensuring that whenever possible, all
vehicles are taken off-site to approved commercial facilities for washing, or that washing on
City of Bridgeton property is done in the locations specified in Section B.
D. Materials/Supplies acquisition, storage and usage:
Non-phosphate, bio-degradable detergent shall be used in wash bay facilities whenever
possible.
E. Wash bay design and waste disposal:
Wash water from vehicle and equipment washing must be disposed in the MSD sanitary
sewer, with pretreatment using a sediment/oil trap. The accumulated solids in the
sediment/oil trap must be pumped out and properly disposed of, such as at a wastewater
treatment plant by an MSD approved waste hauler. If floating oils and grease accumulate in
the sediment/oil trap, the contents must be disposed by a permitted waste hauler at a
commercial facility able to handle oily waste.
F. Best Management Practices (BMPs):
Off-Site Washing (If Needed)
• If washing at the Central Garage is not feasible vehicles will be taken to a commercial
facility when washing is needed.
• Commercial facilities used are verified to be in compliance with MSD sewer discharge
requirements. Facilities must discharge wastewater to the sanitary sewer system, and
wash bays must be covered to prevent storm water in the sanitary system.
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Municipal Washing
• Wash bay facilities are designed to collect wash water, pretreat with a sediment/oil trap
(interceptor), and discharge to the sanitary sewer system. The trap must be pumped
quarterly, or as needed.
• Wash bays are covered and wash area curbed or otherwise drained to prevent storm
water runoff from discharging to the sanitary system. Uncovered wash bays have an inlet
valve to the sanitary sewer. The wash bay is cleaned and the valve is maintained closed
when washing is not occurring, to keep uncontaminated storm water out of the sanitary
sewer. Post instructions regarding the use of the valve.
• Mobile wash services must collect wash water for recycling or proper disposal into a
sanitary sewer.
• Job-site mud removal is performed without detergent in a contained, permeable (gravel)
area with wash water infiltrating into soil or gravel.
G. NPDES Permit status:
Not applicable.
H. Training:
Employees responsible for operating and maintaining fleet vehicles and equipment will be
made aware of BMPs regarding washing, and the proper, designated locations for washing.
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Chapter 5 - Facility Repair, Remodeling and Construction
A. Description of Activities:
On an as-needed basis, city personnel perform minor renovations/repairs and small capital
improvements on city facilities, such as erecting or removing partitions, replacing a door or
window, painting, etc. Major projects are typically contracted out to commercial firms
specializing in the type of work required.
B. Locations:
The Street Department and Central Garage contains a shop and material storage areas for
facility repair, remodeling and construction; and city employees are involved in these activities.
Repair, remodeling, construction and capital improvements are periodically performed on all
types of municipal facilities.
C. Responsible Parties:
Public Works Superintendent — The Public Works Superintendent is the responsible party that
will ensure all repairs, remodeling and construction will be preformed without subjecting the
storm water system to any new contaminant streams. They are responsible for the
construction practices of the contractors that work for them on municipal facilities.
D. Materials/Supplies acquisition, storage and usage:
Varies with nature of job. Materials are purchased on an as-needed basis and in quantities
expected to be completely consumed in the process of completing the project. Materials
used for every project will vary. The majority of materials are purchased on a project basis
and are consumed during that project. Materials should be stored indoors or under cover so
they are protected from rainfall and runoff. All unused portions of materials should be
properly secured to prevent loss, such as bagged cement. Tarps should be used on the
ground to collect fallen debris and other spilled material. Waste should be cleaned up on a
daily basis and properly disposed of as noted below in section "E". Routinely stocked
materials are identified in the following table:
Material Maximum Quantity Kept Onsite Storage Location
•
Lumber 3,500 Linear Feet Canopy Area
Dirt 50 Tons Material Bin
Rock 50 Tons Material Bin
Latex Paint 20 Gallons Storage Closet
E. Waste generation, storage, disposal, recycling:
Waste generation varies with the nature of the job. Typically, wastes consist of small amounts
of lumber cut-offs, wallboard scraps, empty paint cans, etc. Order and mix only the amount of
materials necessary for the work to be completed. Dispose of all waste properly, recycle
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whenever possible. Never bury waste material or leave material in the street, gutter, or near
a creek or streambed that would allow the material to enter the storm water system. Such
materials are disposed in a dumpster located at a city facility for pick-up by the city contracted
waste hauler. Listed below are the disposal methods for various types of materials that are
generated from facility repairs and remodeling:
Waste Storage Requirements Method Of Disposal Contractor
Lumber, Drywall, Siding, Roof Dumpster or Container Sanitary or Demolition Waste Hauler
Shingles, Insulation Landfill
Fluorescent, Sodium Vapor, Closed, Labeled Recycling as Universal Recycling Vendor
Mercury Vapor Lamps Container Waste
Fluorescent Green tip Lamps Dumpster Sanitary Landfill Waste Hauler
Fluorescent Light Ballasts Closed Labeled Recycling or Landfill (if Recycling Vendor
Container PCBs, with approval)
Mercury Switch/Thermostat Closed Labeled Reclaim Hazardous Material
Container Recycler
Asbestos Containing Materials To be managed only by Hazardous Material
(tile, insulation, roofing material) certified personnel. Special Waste Landfill Waste Hauler
Latex Paint Waste Closed Container Energy Recovery or Waste Vendor or MSD
Sanitary Sewer
Oil based Paint Waste Closed Labeled Energy Recovery as Hazardous Material
Container Hazardous Waste Waste Hauler
Lead Based Paint Removal To be managed only by Test for Hazardous Hazardous Material
Waste certified personnel. Waste Characteristics. Waste Hauler
General Trash Dumpster or Container Sanitary Landfill Waste Hauler
Steel, Iron, Copper Container Recycle Recycling Vendor
Carpet Dumpster or Container Recycle, or Sanitary Green Building
Landfill Recycling
Leaks, drips, or spills should be cleaned up immediately. Clean up using "dry" methods,
absorbent materials or rags, or remove the contaminated soil or material.
Clean up of equipment is to be performed in designated areas. Never clean up concrete
equipment or paint brushes and allow the washout into the street, storm drains, drainage
ditches, or streams.
F. Best Management Practices (BMP):
FACILITY DESIGN
• Consider designing facilities for "Low Impact Development" to reduce the volume and rate
of storm water runoff from impervious areas to improve water quality. Refer to information
on Low Impact Development from EPA's web site at:
http://www.epa.qov/owowwtrl/NPS/lid/lidlit.html for more information about Low Impact
Development methods.
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• In designing storm water drainage facilities, use the following BMPs, in accordance with
MSD's storm water drainage facility design regulations, to improve the water quality of site
drainage: wet detention ponds, wetlands, structural filter systems, grass swales, vegetative
filter strips, and riparian buffers along streams. MSD's design regulations are contained in
the "Rules and Regulations and Engineering Design Requirements for Sanitary Sewage
and Stormwater Drainage Facilities". Fact sheets on storm water management practices
are available from the Storm Water Manager's Resource Center at the following web site:
http://www.stormwatercenter.net
• Carefully design and install plumbing and storm water systems to code, eliminating cross-
connections between sanitary and storm drain systems.
• Design material storage and handling areas to avoid rain and storm water runoff contacting
stored material.
• Design landscaping that uses native vegetation to reduce the need for irrigation, fertilizer
and pesticide.
LAND DISTURBANCE
• Comply with City of Bridgeton Stormwater Management Ordinance (Chapter 550 of the
Municipal Code) as implemented under the St. Louis County Phase II Storm Water
Management Plan. For projects less than the land disturbance program thresholds,
prevent erosion of soil from bare ground at the site by employing erosion and sediment
control BMPs, such as: soil stabilization with mulch or seeding, settling basins, sediment
traps, vegetated buffer strips, and silt fencing for perimeter controls. For details
concerning these BMPs, see the SWPPP link on the following web page:
www.stlouisco.com/plan/land disturbance.html
• All construction or maintenance activities that excavate in or discharge any dredge or fill
material into a "water of the United States" requires a Corps of Engineers 404 permit and a
MDNR 401 water quality certification. Waters of the United States include ditches, creeks,
rivers, lakes, ponds and wetlands. See Appendix 5-F1 for a summary of permit
requirements.
CONSTRUCTION/REMODELING
• In accordance with city purchasing policies as stated in Chapter 1 and 2, every effort is
made to purchase materials that are manufactured with recycled materials.
• Properly store materials as far away from storm inlets and streams as practical, and cover
stored materials to avoid storm water impacts.
• Recycle or properly dispose of wastes, as indicated in Section E above.
• Never clean out or wash out paint or concrete mixers in the street or near a gutter, storm
drain or stream.
• Small quantities of inert demolition wastes and construction scraps are disposed in the city
hall dumpster. If larger quantities are generated, arrangements are made with a city-
contracted hauler for a special pick-up.
• Keep work sites clean, pickup trash that can be wind blown daily.
• Utilize certified asbestos inspectors to inspect floor tile, ceiling tile, fire-proof barriers and
doors, roofing material and insulating materials for asbestos content prior to demolition.
Manage material using certified asbestos personnel.
• Utilize certified inspectors to inspect for lead based paint on structures older than 1978.
Use only state certified removal contractors for lead based paint abatement.
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• When scraping or washing to remove non-lead based paint, collect paint chips in a tarp for
proper disposal. Use water-based paint instead of oil-based paint whenever possible.
• Ensure that facility plumbing connects all sanitary wastewater discharges to the sanitary
sewer, and that storm water is sent to the storm sewer system.
G. NPDES Permit status:
Land disturbance projects must meet the requirements stated in Chapter 550 of Bridgeton's
Municipal Code. Land disturbance projects over 1 acre must also obtain a Land Disturbance
Permit from the Missouri Department of Natural Resources before beginning any site work
authorized by a city permit. Storm water operating permits will not apply unless process water
will be discharged to storm water and not to the sanitary sewers.
H. Training:
All employees involved in facility construction, facility repair and remodeling activities will be
trained on the BMPs presented in this chapter. Personnel should be trained in the items
noted below:
General housekeeping
Material storage, cleanup, and disposal
Material reuse and recycling
Equipment cleanup
Land disturbance erosion control
Reduction of material for disposal through storage, reuse, or recycling can greatly reduce
material and disposal costs, long term liability, preserve environmental quality, improve
workplace safety and provide a positive public image.
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Chapter 6 - Cleaning and Maintenance of Roadways, Highways, Bridges
and Parking Facilities
A. Description of Activities:
The City of Bridgeton is responsible for the cleaning and maintenance of roadways and
parking facilities under their maintenance purview. Activities include, but may not be limited
to, street sweeping, flushing, applying surface seals, patching, and snow removal.
Street sweeping operations involve self-contained and powered collection devices, utilizing a
vacuum systems. This work is performed on all city streets at least twice a year and when
requested, and is usually conducted on roads with curbs where debris can accumulate in the
gutter line.
Bridge decks and parking structures are typically flushed in the spring to remove de-icing
chemicals and to clean the drainage structures. Also, flushing operations are performed on
sections of pavement where mud or debris accumulates after flooding, creating hazardous
conditions.
Bridge decks and parking facilities are normally sealed on a five-to-seven year cycle to protect
the concrete and steel reinforcement from corrosive elements.
Patching operations involve the preparation of potholes and filling the pothole with either hot
mix or cold patching material.
All roadways under the City's maintenance jurisdiction are plowed and salted during winter
snow events. Typically, 200 to 400 pounds of salt per lane mile is used to de-ice the
pavement. Other chemicals, such as calcium chloride, are used when prevailing
temperatures fall below 20° Fahrenheit. Additionally, salt brine is used to treat bridge decks,
hills, and paver stones at Government Center.
B. Locations:
The Street Department is responsible for the maintenance of all roads and bridges located on
public right of way dedicated to the City of Bridgeton along with all parking lots located at
various City facilities.
C. Responsible Parties:
The responsible parties involved in the cleaning and maintenance of streets and parking lots
include:
Public Works Director— Mr. Robert Gunn, PE (314) 739-7665
Public Works Superintendent — Mr. Matt Elliot (314) 291-4314
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D. Materials/Supplies Acquisition, Storage and Usage:
Large quantities of materials are expended in the performance of work. Some material is
purchased and used immediately, while other material is stockpiled. Agencies working within
the constraints of their budget weigh fiscal responsibility against the immediate and long-
range needs for such materials, and adjust their purchasing habits accordingly.
Material Maximum Quantity For Use Within Storage Location
Kept On Hand
Salt Salt Dome, Calcium
(Sodium Chloride, Calcium Up to 2,000 tons One Year Chloride Tank
Chloride)
Aggregate (various sizes) Up to 20 Tons One Season Street Department
Cold-Patching Material Up to 10 Tons One Season Street Department
Hot Mix Asphalt Purchased When Daily N/A
Needed.
Topsoil Up to 100 Tons One Season Street Department
Concrete Ready-Mix Purchased When Daily N/A
Needed.
Concrete Bag Mix 200 bags (20 Tons) One Season Street Department
E. Waste Generation, Storage, Disposal, Recycling:
A certain amount of construction spoil and waste is generated during the performance of
maintenance operations on our road network. Recycling methods are employed if they are
determined to be cost-effective: however, in many instances, waste material must be removed
from the work site by various disposal methods.
Maximum Storage
Waste Storage Location Method Of Disposal Frequency
Capacity
First preference is to recycle the
Landfill or material, using it for road base,
Asphalt Millings from Unlimited Other parts, earth fill (if laws permit), or in As
Co-Planing Operation Storage Options Locations asphaltic concrete, etc. If material Generated
can't be economically recycled, it
will be disposed of in a landfill.
First preference is to place
concrete waste in earth fill;
Concrete Rubble Unlimited Earth Fill or however, if this cannot be As
Storage Options Landfill Generated
economically accomplished, the
spoil material is taken to a landfill.
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Trash, Grit and
Debris from Street N/A Street Sanitary Landfill Spring & Fall
Sweeping and Road Department
Clean Up
Water Based Paint Various Street Sanitary Sewer, as Approved by As
Containers Department MSD. Generated
F. Best Management Practices (BMP):
MAINTENANCE
• Schedule road maintenance activities that are prone to produce pollutants that can be
carried off with storm water runoff during times of dry weather if possible.
• Capture scrapings/rust/dirt/sandblasting grit/over spray/drips, etc., from preparation and
painting of bridges/structures/traffic control devices.
• Utilize certified inspectors to inspect for lead based paint on steel girders on bridge
structures older than 1978. Use only state certified removal contractors for lead based
paint abatement.
• Recycle used asphalt when it is cost-beneficial.
• Block scuppers and drains when sealing bridge decks.
• Ensure storm water drainage capacity of curbs and inlets on asphalt overlays is
maintained by milling down into the street at the curb, or using open graded thin
bonded overlay.
• Comply with Chapter 550 (Stormwater Management Program) of the City Municipal
Code. For projects less than the land disturbance thresholds, employ BMPs for erosion
and sediment control.
• Obtain a Corps of Engineers 404 permit and a MDNR 401 water quality certification for
all construction or maintenance activities that excavate in or discharge any dredge or fill
material into a "water of the United States", which includes ditches, creeks, rivers,
lakes, ponds and wetlands. Examples of construction or repair activities requiring a
permit include bridge work, culverts under road crossings, and dredging or placing rip
rap in creeks. See Appendix 5-F1 for a summary of permit requirements.
DE-ICING
• Use calibrated chemical applicators for salt and brine applications.
• Minimize the use of salt without compromising public safety.
• Stop salt feed on trucks at stop signs, where equipped.
• Store salt on a covered, impervious surface.
• Use road weather information such as weather forecasts, meteorological data, and
pavement sensors, when available, to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of
resources.
CLEANING
• Remove as much mud, grit, salt and debris as possible (by scraping, brooming, etc.)
prior to roadway flushing on bridges.
• Evaluate the need for street sweeping to remove grit and trash at facility parking lots
and roadways within jurisdiction. Implement street sweeping, when feasible, focusing
on heavy traffic patterns, seasonal variations (spring/fall), and problem areas. Record
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the volume of trash/debris removed to identify the priority of areas being cleaned and
the effectiveness of resources used. Investigate to determine sources of litter in areas
of excessive accumulation.
• The preferred sweepers are those with an integral collection device and fugitive dust
control. Properly dispose of trash/debris as indicated in Section E above.
• Do not hose down parking lots in a manner that discharges wash water to the storm
drain untreated.
G. NPDES Permit status:
Not Applicable
H. Training:
Employees involved in street maintenance and repair will be trained on the BMPs in this
chapter.
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Chapter 7 - Maintenance of Parks, Green Spaces, Trails and Landscaping
A. Description of Activities:
The City of Bridgeton has 10 parks totaling nearly 367 acres of land, and about 7.9 miles of
biking, hiking and jogging trails.
The City of Bridgeton has responsibility for the development and maintenance of recreational
areas and green space within the city, including neighborhood and regional parks, community
gardens, bike and walking paths, linear and river parks, trees, public facility landscaping and
public street right-of-way landscaping. The city promotes an interconnected system of open
space and trails that facilitates active and passive recreational opportunities for the
community.
The creation and design of parks and open space can assist in management of storm water
by providing green infrastructure and a means of absorbing rainwater, slowing its release in to
streams, storing, filtering and slowing storm water runoff down and thus preventing or
reducing flash flooding downstream. Local governments have an opportunity to use their park
lands to benefit the environment and to demonstrate best practices for storm water
management.
Maintenance activities include mowing of grassy areas, pruning trees, removing fallen limbs,
mulching, emptying trash receptacles, trail maintenance, routine cleaning of park restrooms,
athletic field maintenance and parking lot maintenance.
B. Locations:
13212 Ferguson Ln. Bridgeton Municipal Athletic Center (BMAC)
12817 Spanish Village Dr Spanish Village Park
11889 Berry Hill Rd. Berry Hill Golf Course
4201 Fee Fee Rd Gentry Park
3445 Haas Ave. Bridgeway Park
3220 Mckelvey Rd McKelvey Park
11411 Prospect Dr. Hellebusch Park
11055 Ayrshire Dr Matthews Park
13998 St. Charles Rock Road Riverwoods Park & Trail
14861 Phelps Drive Carrollton Park
Green spaces are interlaced throughout the community and are maintained by the Parks
Department and local volunteers.
C. Responsible Parties:
The Director of Parks & Recreation Department has authority over all parks. Parks are
actively managed by the Parks Superintendent.
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D. Materials/Supplies acquisition, storage and usage:
The following materials and quantities are typically kept on hand for landscaping and park
maintenance operations.
Material Maximum Quantity For Use Within Storage Location Comments
Kept On Hand
Mulch Pile 100 yd3 6 Months Asphalt Pad
Fertilizer 25 Bags 6 Months Garage
Herbicide 10 Gallons 6 Months Garage
Rock 100 Tons 1 Year
E. Waste generation, storage, disposal, recycling:
Wastes generated by landscaping and park maintenance operations are as follows.
Maximum Storage Method Of
Waste Storage Location Disposal Contractor Frequency
Capacity
Wood, brush 20 yd3 Yard Chip into Mulch N/A 6 Months
F. Best Management Practices (BMP):
PARK DESIGN AND SITING
• Create undeveloped, natural open space and preserve established trees and other natural
vegetation, particularly around natural drainage areas, such as creeks. Tree buffers and
tall grass filters around streams improve water quality, slow runoff and prevent erosion. A
minimum buffer width of 50 feet is recommended.
• Avoid site development and placing facilities in the flood plain.
• Design park sites to preserve natural resources such as wetlands and existing natural
draining areas, minimizing their loss and maintaining existing trees and a riparian corridor
next to creeks to the degree possible. Minimize creek crossings, and place them only after
consideration of the stream features to enable natural flow.
• Design landscaping that uses native vegetation to reduce the need for irrigation, fertilizer
and pesticide. Select plants appropriate for site conditions for sun, moisture, and soil type.
• Utilize low impact development to minimize impervious surfaces, see Chapter 5.
• Use the following BMPs in designing storm water drainage facilities to improve the water
quality of site drainage and slow the release of water to streams: wet detention ponds,
micro detention basins, wetlands, rain gardens, vegetative filter strips and riparian buffers
along streams, structural filter systems, pervious pavement, and green (vegetated) roofs.
The use of swales instead of curbs along roads and parking lots is beneficial to filter
pollutants and reduce the volume and rate of storm water flow. Fact Sheets on storm
water management practices are available from the Stormwater Manager's Resource
Center at the following web site: http://www.stormwatercenter.net
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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
• Sponsor activities and annual events that involve the general public, schools, watershed
groups, stream teams, etc., providing hands-on activities that promote water quality in their
adopted parks and greenways. Typical activities include: field trips, cleanups, educational
programs, restoration projects, stream monitoring, storm drain marking, and trail projects.
• Organize or participate in reforestation programs, plant native trees to buffer streams,
create shade, and beautify parks. Support community volunteer group efforts in these
programs.
• Require pet owners to pickup and properly dispose of pet waste in parks. Provide pet
waste scoop dispensers and signage in parks to notify visitors of the requirement.
• Control wild geese populations near lakes with "no feeding the geese" signs and
ordinances. Other techniques to control populations include habitat modification by
increasing shoreline vegetation height, scare tactics or relocation.
PARK/LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
• Remove litter and debris regularly.
• Dispose of yard waste properly, for example, by composting. Do not dump yard waste into
creeks.
• Minimize mowing of open space sites, depending on site objectives.
• Mow grass higher and leave grass clippings on the lawn to retain moisture and provide
nutrients.
• Remove exotic invasive vegetation and replace with native plantings as resources are
available.
• Perform soil tests to determine the optimum fertilizer application rate.
• Apply fertilizer only in cool weather, preferably fall. Avoid application before a rain, and do
not apply fertilizer at rates higher than indicated in on label instructions. Apply slow
release fertilizers such as methylene urea, IDBU or resin coated fertilizer.
• Employ BMPs for erosion and sediment control when disturbing land, such as clearing
vegetation and destroying the root zone,. For details concerning these BMPs, see the
SWPPP link on the following web page: www.stlouisco.com/plan/land disturbance.html
• Obtain a Corps of Engineers 404 permit and a MDNR 401 water quality certification for all
construction or maintenance activities that excavate in or discharge any dredge or fill
material into a "water of the United States", which includes ditches, creeks, rivers, lakes,
ponds and wetlands. Examples of activities that require a permit include: placing culverts
in creeks, constructing outfalls, and stream restoration activities. See Appendix 5-F1 for a
summary of permit requirements.
INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT
• Use Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques to minimize the use of pesticides.
Pesticide application should be timed carefully and combined with other pest management
practices. Pests and their development stage should be identified accurately and pesticide
applications made only when necessary, using the least amount needed and the least
toxic product for adequate pest control.
• Use mechanical controls to keep pests in check, such as species-specific pheromone-
based traps, removal of pests by hand, elimination of conditions favorable to pests, and
placement of barriers to control pests and weeds.
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• Use natural biological controls when feasible, including natural enemies of pests, such as
predators, parasites, pathogens, pheromones, and juvenile hormones.
• Reduce the risk of West Nile Virus by reducing stagnant water (mosquito breeding
grounds) caused by cans, containers and tires present in litter and junk piles. Keeping
storm water drainage gutters and drains clean will also reduce conditions suitable for
mosquito breeding. Refer to MU Extension IPM Guides at:
http://ipm.missouri.edu/ipmresources.htm
• Minimize the use of herbicides through an Integrated Pest Management techniques for
weed control. This includes practices that keep plants healthy, such as selecting disease
and pest resistant varieties and maintaining good growing conditions. For turf grass,
prevention of weed infestation begins with practices to promote healthy grass through
proper planting, watering, fertilizing, mowing, aerification, and thatch control. Refer to MU
Extension Publication IPM1009:
http://muextension.missouri.edu/xplor/agquides/pests/ipm1009.htm
PESTICIDE/HERBICIDE USE
• Select pesticides carefully when pesticide or herbicide use is required, avoid highly water
soluble chemicals, and use very environmentally stable products to minimize potential for
leaching from soils into waterways. Environmentally friendly products readily degrade in
the environment and/or bind to soil particles.
• Consider the vulnerability of the area in which pesticides are applied, avoiding areas with
streams, ponds, sinkholes or wells. Sinkholes are an environmentally sensitive area
because they allow surface water to reach groundwater quickly with little natural soil
filtering.
• Apply pesticides when the target pest is at its most vulnerable life stage, and use site
specific rather than wholesale application.
• Read pesticide labels carefully for information and restrictions about the rate, timing, and
placement of the pesticide in that container. Calibrate equipment to apply at the proper
rate. Apply when the threat of rain is low to avoid wasting material and washing pesticide
into the waterways. Carefully calculate how much pesticide concentrate is needed to treat
the specific site with the equipment being used, to eliminate disposal of excess spray mix.
• Store pesticides in their original containers in a cool, well-ventilated building with a
concrete floor. Handle pesticides carefully to avoid spills.
• Dispose of pesticide waste properly, following label instructions.
G. NPDES Permit status:
Not applicable
H. Training:
All employees directly involved in the design, construction and maintenance of landscaping,
trails, green spaces and parks will be trained on the BMPs in this chapter.
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Chapter 8 - Cleaning and Maintenance of Drainage Channels, Storm
Sewers and Inlet Structures
A. Description of Activities:
The storm drainage system functions to collect and convey surface runoff to receiving waters
during storms in order to prevent flooding. The system consists of improved and unimproved
drainage channels, culverts, bridges, trench drains, gutters, ditches, swales, storm sewers
and storm inlet structures. Maintenance of the system is necessary to ensure it functions
hydraulically as intended. MSD has the major responsibility for the cleaning and maintenance
of improved channels and storm sewers in the Plan Area. Maintenance responsibilities are
defined in MSD's "Statement of Policy for Maintenance of Stormwater Sewer Systems and
Facilities". Many of the co-permittees are responsible for maintaining the storm sewer
systems on their property, and on systems not dedicated to the MSD system. In addition,
municipalities are responsible for maintaining bridges, storm culverts, ditches and gutters
along the streets in their city. MSD does maintain road inlets and culverts on systems
dedicated to MSD. MSD does not maintain detention and retention basins or yard swales.
Maintenance of basins and yard swales is the responsibility of property owners, as addressed
in MSD's "Rules and Regulations and Engineering Design Requirements for Sanitary Sewage
and Stormwater Drainage Facilities".
B. Locations:
The City of Bridgeton maintains all storm sewer systems located on City right of way and on
city owned property. The storm sewer system is contained digitally in mapping, hydraulic and
GIS programs.
C. Responsible Parties:
Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District
Telephone: (314) 768-6200
City of Bridgeton
Director of Public Works, Mr. Robert Gunn, PE, (314) 739-7665
Telephone: (314) 739-7665
D. Equipment/Materials/Supplies acquisition, storage and usage:
The City of Bridgeton Public Works Department has 1 Vactor for cleaning inlets, 1 hydroflush
unit for cleaning storm sewers, 1 hoist truck and front end loader for maintenance in channels.
Contractors are used for clearing brush blockages.
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E. Waste generation, storage, disposal, recycling:
Wastes generated from maintenance of the storm drainage system must be disposed of
properly, as indicated in the table. Waste being disposed of in a landfill may not contain free
liquid. Water draining from waste destined for a sanitary landfill is considered wastewater and
must be disposed of in a sanitary sewer system.
Waste Storage Requirements Method Of Disposal Contractor
Dewater and Place in
Catch Basin Grit& Trash Dumpster with Sanitary Landfill under Waste Management
Wastewater to Sanitary Special Waste Permit Contractor
Sewer
Demolition/Construction
Sediment from Channel or Dewater Controlling Soil Landfill or Evaluate for
Basin Released Clean Fill Status; or Wet City Staff
to MSD Hauled Waste
Receiving Station
Dewater and Place in
Solid Waste from Storm Sewer Dumpster with Sanitary Landfill Trash Service
Flushing Wastewater to Sanitary
Sewer
Trash and Debris from Channel Dumpster Sanitary Landfill Trash Service
Cleaning
Wastewater N/A Sanitary Sewer
Compost Brush;
Yard Waste and Trees from N/A Wood to Demolition City Staff/Tree Service
Channel Cleaning Landfill or Firewood to
Residences
F. Best Management Practices (BMP):
GENERAL
• Perform preventative maintenance, within budgetary constraints and responsibilities, of
the storm drainage system to remove flow obstructions to reduce flooding and erosion
problems and improve water quality.
• Utilize care in cleaning catch basins, storm sewers and drainage channels, to properly
collect and dispose of waste as indicated in Section E to minimize contaminants
discharged into storm water. Note in the work order the volume of waste collected and
disposed of. Investigate the source of increased maintenance needs, if excessive.
When possible, focus cleaning efforts before rainy seasons.
• Contact MSD, Division of Environmental Compliance at 314-436-8710 for investigation
and enforcement if storm inlets/catch basins, storm sewers and drainage channels are
impacted by non-storm water discharges or illegal dumping of waste.
• Implement Phase II public education efforts; public participation efforts to mark inlets
with "No Dumping, Drains to Stream"; or organize public stream clean-up events.
• Identify failing detention or retention basins and report them to MSD Customer Service
at 314-768-6260.
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• Comply with City of Bridgeton Stormwater Management Ordinance (Chapter 550 of the
Municipal Code). For projects less than the land disturbance program thresholds,
employ BMPs for erosion and sediment control.
CATCH BASINS
• Prioritize catch basins for routine maintenance on a specified frequency based on
need. Identify areas for additional maintenance to coincide with litter from major public
events, and based on work orders generated by customer complaints and/or flooding.
Increase maintenance of inlets that are fully blocked or 75% full of trash or debris when
maintained. Reduce maintenance of catch basins that do not result in waste
generation.
• Consider installation of catch basin inlets in areas where storm sewers will be known to
receive excessive amounts of litter or sediment.
STORM SEWERS
• Prioritize storm sewers for routine maintenance on a specified frequency based on flat
grades, low flow, or review of work orders. Identify areas for additional maintenance
based on work orders generated by customer complaints and/or flooding.
• Utilize care in cleaning storm sewers by flushing, to properly collect waste using
debris/sediment traps.
• Seal/repair joints in structures to prevent root intrusion and soil wash-out.
• Minimize or avoid the use of chemical root/vegetation killers, and use the least toxic
alternatives when necessary.
DRAINAGE CHANNELS
• Obtain a Corps of Engineers 404 permit and a MDNR 401 water quality certification for
all construction or maintenance activities that excavate in or discharge any dredge or fill
material into a "water of the United States", which includes ditches, creeks, rivers,
lakes, ponds, and wetlands. Examples of construction or repair activities requiring a
permit include: sewer creek crossings, outfall structures, stream bank stabilization, and
all channel modifications. See Appendix 5-F1 for a summary of permit requirements.
• Consider downstream conditions prior to spot channel stabilization efforts to avoid
simply moving problems downstream. Revegetate stabilized areas with native plants
whenever possible, and as soon as possible.
• MSD's Division of Environmental Compliance will inspect all open drainage channels
under its Illicit Discharge Detection Program, and will notify MSD's Operations
Department, St. Louis County, the municipality or MoDOT, as applicable, regarding
maintenance needs concerning damaged structures or blockages requiring removal.
MUNICIPAL DETENTION BASINS
• Modify existing control structures undergoing renovation to the maximum extent
practicable to meet new construction criteria in MSD's "Rules and Regulations and
Engineering Design Requirements for Sanitary Sewage and Stormwater Drainage
Facilities".
• Inspect facilities to insure proper operation and maintain as needed, including: trash
and debris removal, vegetation control, vector control, structural and erosion repair,
and sediment removal to restore capacity.
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G. NPDES Permit status:
Not applicable
H. Training:
MSD collection system operators, contractors and municipal employees involved in
maintenance of drainage systems will be trained on the BMPs in this chapter.
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Chapter 9 - Operation and Maintenance of Recycling and Composting
Facilities
A. Description:
The City of Bridgeton does not own, nor operate a recycling or composting facility.
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Chapter 10 - Water Quality Impact Assessment of Flood Management
Projects
A. Description of Activities:
Storm water management projects in both development and re-development will be assessed
for water quality impact, according to MSD's "Rules and Regulations and Engineering Design
Requirements for Stormwater Drainage Facilities", which addresses the Storm Water
Management Plan water quality requirements under MCM 5. Projects within designated levee
districts, such as Earth City will be based on the Storm Water Master Plan for these districts.
All flood management projects involving channel modification will also be assessed for aquatic
and water quality impacts through the Corps of Engineers 404 permit and MDNR 401 water
quality certification process.
B. Locations:
The City of Bridgeton does not currently have any storm water management projects within
the Plan Area.
C. Responsible Parties:
All co-permittees that plan, design or install flood management projects are subject to this
chapter. MSD has general responsibility for storm water drainage facilities in the Plan Area.
St. Louis County, municipalities, and property owners have responsibility for the drainage
facilities not dedicated to and maintained by MSD. St. Louis County and municipalities
maintain control over planning and zoning, land use regulations, and flood plain management
through ordinances.
D. Materials/Supplies acquisition, storage and usage:
Not applicable. For construction phase of work, land disturbance requirements will apply.
See Chapter 2 and 8 for construction and maintenance.
E. Waste generation, storage, disposal, recycling:
Not applicable. See Chapter 2 and 8 for maintenance.
F. Best Management Practices (BMP):
• Implement and enforce ordinances and/or procedures requiring that water quality
factors be incorporated into the design and operation of storm water/flood control
structures.
• Inspect existing flood management facilities on a specified frequency to determine
water quality impacts and exploit opportunities for improvement.
• Modify existing control structures undergoing renovation to the maximum extent
practicable to meet new construction criteria in MSD's "Rules and Regulations and
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Engineering Design Requirements for Sanitary Sewage and Stormwater Drainage
Facilities".
• Design new flood management projects to prevent or minimize adverse water quality
impacts, exploring alternative programs utilizing non-structural flood damage reduction
and stream bank stabilization measures to the maximum extent practicable, such as
flood proofing houses, and buy outs.
• Use models based on fully developed conditions, and adopt a free board above base
flood elevation for development.
• Identify existing wetlands or other natural open space areas, particularly around
streams, and preserve them from development so they can provide natural attenuation,
retention or detention of runoff.
• Survey watersheds downstream from proposed projects to determine potential water
quality impacts. Design proposed projects to minimize downstream impact.
• Work closely with local governments, environmental organizations and others to
develop multi-use open space corridors along streams which will allow for overbank
floodplain storage.
• Preserve floodplains to the maximum extent practicable.
• Use non-structural flood management practices to the maximum extent practicable,
utilizing acquisition of flood-prone property where possible.
• Use open storm water conveyance systems to the maximum extent practicable to
preserve natural conditions and habitat.
• Use natural approaches rather than concrete, riprap or other "hard" techniques for
channel improvement projects to the maximum extent practicable.
• Design inlets and outlets from closed portions of conveyance systems to minimize
scour and erosion.
• Provide trash racks at outlet structures of detention ponds and other flood control
structures to capture trash and floatables.
• Employ natural solutions and use controls that preserve the hydrology of a site as a
first line of flood control to the maximum extent practicable.
G. NPDES Permit status:
Not applicable
H. Training:
Employees responsible for the planning and design of the flood management projects
identified in Section A will be trained on the BMPs in this chapter. In addition, employees
performing this work will be familiar with MSD's rules and regulations and engineering design
requirements for storm water drainage facilities.
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APPENDICES
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Appendix 1-Al : Sixty One Co-Permittees, St. Louis Metropolitan Small
MS4 Phase II Permit #MO-R040005
Ballwin, City of Lakeshire, City of
Bellefontaine Neighbors, City of Manchester, City of
Bel-Nor, Village of Marlborough, Village of
Bel-Ridge, Village of Maryland Heights, City of
Berkeley, City of Moline Acres, City of
Black Jack, City of Normandy, City of
Breckenridge Hills, City of Northwoods, City of
Brentwood, City of Norwood Court, Town of
Bridgeton, City of Oakland, City of
Calverton Park, Village of Olivette, City of
Charlack, City of Overland, City of
Chesterfield, City of Pagedale, City of
Clarkson Valley, City of Richmond Heights, City of
Clayton, City of Riverview, Village of
Cool Valley, City of Rock Hill, City of
Crestwood, City of St. Ann, City of
Creve Coeur, City of St. George, City of
Dellwood, City of St. John, City of
Des Peres, City of Shrewsbury, City of
Ellisville, City of Sunset Hills, City of
Fenton, City of Town and Country, City of
Ferguson, City of Valley Park, City of
Florissant, City of Vinita Park, City of
Frontenac, City of Warson Woods, City of
Glendale, City of Webster Groves, City of
Green Park, City of Wildwood, City of
Hanley Hills, Village of Winchester, City of
Hazelwood, City of Woodson Terrace, City of
Jennings, City of St. Louis County
Kirkwood, City of Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District
Ladue, City of
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Appendix 1-A2: Excerpts from the St. Louis Metropolitan Small MS4
Phase II Permit MO-R040005
Pertinent to Minimum Control Measure #6
(Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping from Municipal Operations)
Permit Section 4.2 lists the six Minimum Control Measures (MCMs) to be addressed by each
co-permittee. Section 4.2.6 specifically addresses the requirements for MCM #6. In addition,
portions of Section 4.1.1 as well as other permit provisions are applicable in addressing the
requirements of MCM #6.
4.2.6 Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations
4.2.6.1 Permit requirement. The permittee shall:
4.2.6.1.1 Develop and implement an operation and maintenance program that includes a
training component and has the ultimate goal of preventing or reducing pollutant
runoff from municipal operations; and
4.2.6.1.2 Using training materials that are available from EPA, State, or other
organizations, the permittee shall develop training to prevent and reduce storm
water pollution from activities such as park and open space maintenance, fleet
and building maintenance, new construction and land disturbance, and storm
water system maintenance.
4.2.6.2 Decision process. The permittee shall document the permittee's decision
process for the development of a pollution prevention/good housekeeping
program for municipal operations. The permittee's rational statement shall
address both the permittee's overall pollution prevention/good housekeeping
program and the individual BMPs, measurable goals, and responsible persons
for the program. The rationale statement shall include the following information,
at a minimum:
4.2.6.2.1 The permittee's operation and maintenance program to prevent or reduce
pollutant runoff from their municipal operations. The permittee shall specifically
list the municipal operations that are impacted by this operation and
maintenance program. The permittee shall also include a list of industrial
facilities the permittee owns or operates that are subject to EPA's Multi-Sector
General permit (MSGP) or individual NPDES permits for discharges of storm
water associated with industrial activity that ultimately discharge to the
permittee's MS4. The permittee shall include the permit number or a copy of the
industrial application form for each facility.
4.2.6.2.2 Any government employee training program the permittee uses to prevent and
reduce storm water pollution from activities such as park and open space
maintenance, fleet and building maintenance, new construction and land
disturbances, and storm water system maintenance. The permittee shall
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describe how this training program will be coordinated with the outreach
programs developed for the public information minimum measure and the illicit
discharge minimum measure.
4.2.6.2.3 The permittee's program description shall specifically address the following
areas:
4.2.6.2.3.1 Maintenance activities, maintenance schedules, and long term inspection
procedures for controls to reduce floatables and other pollutants to the
permittee's regulated small MS4.
4.2.6.2.3.2 Controls for reducing or eliminating the discharge of pollutants from streets,
roads, highways, municipal parking lots, maintenance and storage yards, waste
transfer stations, fleet or maintenance shops with outdoor storage areas, and
salt/sand storage locations and snow disposal areas the permittee operates.
4.2.6.2.3.3 Procedures for the proper disposal of waste removed from the permittee's MS4
and area of jurisdiction, including dredged material, accumulated sediments,
floatables, and other debris.
4.2.6.2.3.4 Procedures to ensure that new flood management projects are assessed for
impacts on water quality and existing projects are assessed for incorporation of
additional water quality protection devices or practices.
4.2.6.2.4 Identification of the person(s) responsible for overall management and
implementation of their pollution prevention/good housekeeping program and if
different, the person responsible for each of the BMPs identified for this
program.
4.2.6.2.5 How the permittee will evaluate the success of this minimum measure, including
how the permittee selected the measurable goals for each of the BMPs.
Other Permit Sections Pertinent to MCM #6
The following four sections contain pollution control requirements specifically for municipally
owned facilities and were, therefore considered when drafting the O&M Program under MCM
#6.
4.1.1.2 For facilities under the control of the permittee good housekeeping practices
shall be maintained to keep solid waste from entry into waters of the state to the
maximum extent practicable.
4.1.1 .3 All fueling facilities under the control of the permittee shall adhere to applicable
federal and state regulations concerning underground storage, above ground
storage, and dispensers, including spill prevention, control and counter
measures.
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4.1.1.4 Substances regulated by federal law under the Resource Conservation and
Recovery Act (RCRA) or the Comprehensive Environmental Response,
Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) that are transported, stored, or used
for maintenance, cleaning or repair by the permittee shall be managed according
to the provisions of RCRA and CERCLA.
4.1.1.5 All paint, solvents, petroleum products and petroleum waste products (except
fuels) under the control of the permittee shall be stored so that these materials
are not exposed to storm water. Sufficient practices of spill prevention, control,
and/or management shall be provided to prevent any spills of these pollutants
from entering a water of the state. Any containment system used to implement
this requirement shall be constructed of materials compatible with the
substances contained and shall also prevent the contamination of groundwater.
Other provisions of the permit also were considered in developing the municipal O&M
program. MCMs #3 (Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination), #4 (Construction Site Storm
Water Runoff Control) and#5 (Post-Construction Storm Water Management in New
Development and Redevelopment) all can apply to activities conducted by the municipal co-
permittee at municipally owned projects. While the permit requirements for these MCMs are
primarily geared toward the municipal co-permittee exerting control over these activities by the
people living and working within the municipality, logically similar controls must be applied to
municipal activities of the same nature. The municipal co-permittees must ensure that there
are no illicit discharges from municipal facilities, that there are runoff controls in place for
municipal land disturbance projects and that storm water management provisions have been
considered for new or redeveloped municipal properties.
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Appendix 1-A3: Model Operation & Maintenance and Training Program
Work Group
Brian K. McGownd, P.E. Rebecca Edwards
Deputy Director of Public Works/Assistant City Project Manager
Engineer City of Fenton
City of Chesterfield
Mike Moehlenkamp Steve Nagle
Fleet Services Supervisor Director of Planning
St. Louis County Department of Highways & East-West Gateway Coordinating Council
Traffic
Patrick G. Palmer, P.E. Tim P. Fischesser
Operations Division Manager Executive Director
St. Louis County Department of Highways & St. Louis County Municipal League
Traffic
Carl Brown Nancy Morgan, P.E.
Government Assistance Unit Chief Environmental Engineer
Missouri Department of Natural Resources Missouri Department of Natural Resources
Environmental Assistance Office
Mark Koester, P.E. Ruth Wallace
Principal Engineer Environmental Specialist
Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District Missouri Department of Natural Resources
Environmental Assistance Office
James Gillam Bruce Litzsinger, P.E.
Operations Division Manager Manager of Environmental Compliance
Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District
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Appendix 1- A4: Resolution Adopting O&M Program
CITY •
OF HIRIDGETON
RESOLUTION NO. R-07-01
BY: Mrs.Abram
Council Members:Abram,Collier,
Eaker,Fehrenbacher,Kasprzyk,
Pickett,Prouhet,Waltman
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BRIDGETON,MISSOURI,ADOPTING AN OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAM FOR THE PREVENTION AND REDUCTION OF POLLUTION IN
STORMWATER RUNOFF FROM MUNICIPAL OPERATIONS WITHIN THE CITY
OF BRIDGETON,MISSOURI.
WHEREAS, The Missouri Department of Natural Resources(MDNR)issued Phase II Storm
Water Permit MO-R040005 to the City of Bridgeton and 60 other co-permittees in
St.Louis County.
WHEREAS, One of the minimum control measures in the permit that must be addressed by the
co-permittees includes pollution prevention and good housekeeping for municipal
operations.
WHEREAS, Section 4.2.6.1.1 of the permit requires each co-permittee to"develop and
implement an operation and maintenance program that includes a training
component and has the ultimate goal of preventing or reducing pollutant runoff
from municipal operations."
WHEREAS, A Storm Water Management Plan(SWMP)for the St.Louis Metropolitan Small
Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System(MS4)was developed by the St.Louis
Municipalities Phase II Storm Water Planning Committee in the Fall of 2002 and
submitted to MDNR as part of the application for the Phase II permit.
WHEREAS, As a co-permittee under the state permit the City of Bridgeton is bound by the
commitments contained in the Plan.
WHEREAS, Chapter 14 of that Plan provided for organization of a municipal work group to
develop a model operation and maintenance program to be adopted by each of the
61 co-permittees.
WHEREAS, This document represents the City of Bridgeton's adoption of the work group's
model program as applicable and tailored to specifically meet Bridgeton's needs
and goals.
WHEREAS, This program impacts all facets of municipal operations and that it is the City of
Bridgeton's intent to adhere to the policies and procedures stated herein in order
to prevent pollution,to safeguard the environment for the health and benefit of all
Bridgeton employees,residents and visitors and to serve as a model for the entire
regulated area.
NOW THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF BRIDGETON,MISSOURI,AS FOLLOWS:
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Sectionl. That the Mayor and City Council of the City of Bridgeton,Missouri adopt the
Operation and Maintenance Program for the prevention and reduction of pollution
in Stormwater runoff from municipal operations within the City of Bridgeton.
Section 2. That this Resolution shall become a permanent part of the records of the City of
Bridgeton upon its passage and approval.
PASSED THIS Seventh DAY OF March ,2007.
APPROVED THIS Seventh DAY OF March ,2007.
•
ti •'..' •
Conrad W.Bowers,Mayor
ATTEST:
•
s` Carole A.Stahlhut,City Clerk
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Appendix 5-F1 : Corps of Engineers 404 Permit & MDNR 401 Certification
All construction or maintenance activities that excavate in or discharge any dredge or fill
material into a "water of the United States" requires a Corps of Engineers 404 permit and a
MDNR 401 water quality certification. The permitting and certification process is shared
between the Corps and the MDNR.
If you are considering a project that may involve placing materials in a lake, river, stream,
ditch or wetland (including dry streams, ditches or wetlands) contact the Corps to find out if
the project you are planning is in jurisdictional waters and is a regulated activity. The Corps
has the sole authority to determine whether the activity is regulated; whether a site specific,
individual 404 permit is required, or whether a Nationwide Permit (NWP) applies for projects
with minor impacts. If a NWP does apply, contacting the Corps of Engineers is recommended
to determine thresholds for notification under the NWP, and to obtain additional regional
requirements imposed by the Corps' St. Louis Office.
The MDNR requires any project that needs a 404 Permit from the Corps (individual or NWP)
to also obtain a 401 Water Quality Certification (401 Certification) from MDNR. The 401
Certification is verification by the state that the project will not violate water quality standards.
The department may require actions on projects to protect water quality in the form of
certification conditions. For some of the NWPs, the MDNR has published their conditions that
must be met in addition to the NWP conditions.
After you contact the Corps about your project and, if applicable, submit an application, they
will send you a letter authorizing your project under a particular permit. If the Corp's letter to
you indicates that you must obtain an individual 401 certification, you must send an
application to MDNR also. If they state that MDNR has `conditionally certified' your activity,
and have enclosed certification conditions, then nothing further is needed.
Questions about permit applicability and procedures for obtaining individual permits can be
found by calling the Corps of Engineers at 314-331-8575 or 314-331-8186. Permit application
forms and procedures for applying to the Corps and the MDNR can be found on the following
web pages:
http://www.mvs.usace.army.mil/permits/permitap.htm.
http://www.dnr.mo.gov/wpscd/wpcp/401/wpcp-401 .htmtkieneral.
The following is a list of NWPs commonly applicable to municipal operations. For most of
these NWPs, the MDNR has conditionally certified these activities. The NWPs will list
numerous thresholds for applicability and notification in terms of linear feet and acreage of the
project.
• NWP 3 Maintenance — repair or replacement of an existing structure, and removal of
accumulated sediment or placement of riprap to protect a structure.
• NWP 7 Outfall Structures — construction of new outfall and intake structures, and
removal of accumulated sediment blocking these structures.
• NWP 12 Utility Lines — construction, maintenance, and repair of utility lines (sewer,
water, electric or communication), including outfalls and excavations for the utility line.
• NWP 13 Bank Stabilization — stabilization projects for erosion protection.
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• NWP 14 Linear Transportation — construction or modification of linear transportation
crossings, such as bridges and culverts for roads and trails.
• NWP 27 Stream and Wetland Restoration Activities — activities associated with the
restoration of former waters, or the enhancement or creation of wetlands and riparian
areas, or the restoration and enhancement of streams, including activities associated
with flow modification, habitat and vegetation.
• NWP 31 Maintenance of Existing Flood Control Facilities — dredge or fill activities
associated with maintaining existing flood control facilities such as retention/detention
basins and channels.
• NWP 41 Reshaping Existing Drainage Ditches — dredge or fill activities to modify the
cross-sectional configuration of drainage ditches, not modifying capacity beyond the
original design.
• NWP 43 Storm Water Management — construction, maintenance, and dredging of
storm water management facilities, such as ponds, detention/retention basins, outfalls,
and emergency spillways.
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Glossary: Definitions of Terms Used In This Document
The following definitions are specific to the St. Louis Metropolitan Small MS4 and to the City of
Bridgeton.
Best Management Practice (BMP) means: Schedules of activities, prohibitions of practices,
maintenance procedures and other management practices to prevent or reduce the pollution
of streams within St. Louis County from urban runoff. BMPs also include treatment
requirements, operating procedures and practices to control site runoff, spillage or leaks,
sludge or waste disposal or drainage from raw material storage. BMPs may be structural or
non-structural. (This definition adapted from Section (1)(C)1 of Missouri Storm Water
Regulation 10 CSR 20-6.200)
Coordinating Authority means: The municipal entity, which is one of the co-permittees to a
state issued Phase II storm water permit, that is recognized by the Missouri Department of
Natural Resources (MDNR) as the party which will coordinate the activities of all of the co-
permittees in meeting the requirements of the permit. For the St. Louis County Plan Area, the
Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District (MSD) has been identified in the permit as the
coordinating authority for the 61 co-permittees. One of the coordinating authority's
responsibilities is to prepare and submit an annual report to the MDNR on the status of
compliance of all 61 co-permittees with the permit and approved SWMP.
Co-permittee means: An individual permittee named in a Phase II permit that is issued to
multiple entities within a single urbanized area such as St. Louis County. Within the St. Louis
County Plan Area, each of the 61 co-permittees, is responsible only for the permit conditions
relating to the discharges for which it is the owner or operator and for carrying out the
responsibilities for which it has been designated within the SWMP. The co-permittees share
in the financial and administrative responsibilities under the permit and cooperate with each
other and with the coordinating authority in complying with the terms of the permit and with
meeting the commitments in the SWMP. The co-permittees are listed in Appendix 1-Al .
Green Procurement - the procurement of products and services that have a lesser or
reduced effect on human health and the environment when compared with competing
products or services that serve the same purpose.
Green Product— a product that is less harmful than the next best alternative, having
characteristics such as:
• Being recyclable.
• Being biodegradable.
• Containing recycled material (post-consumer recycled content).
• Having minimal packaging and/or for which there will be take-back by the
manufacturer/supplier of packaging.
• Being reusable or contain reusable parts.
• Having minimal content and use of toxic substances in production.
• Producing fewer and/or less polluting by-products during manufacture, distribution, use
and/or disposal.
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• Producing the minimal amount of toxic substances during use or at disposal.
• Making efficient use of resources - a product that uses energy, fuel or water more
efficiently or that uses less paper, ink or other resources.
• Being durable or having a long economically useful life and/or can be economically
repaired or upgraded.
Green Space - planned and preserved open land; an interconnected system of open land,
determined to have cultural, ecological, developmental, agricultural, and/or recreational value.
Maximum Extent Practicable (MEP) — the technology-based discharge standard for
Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems to reduce pollutants in storm water discharges that
was established by CWA §402 (p). A discussion of MEP as it applies to regulated small MS4s
is found at 40 CFR 122.34.
MCMs means: Minimum Control Measures. The six MCMs are: Public education and
outreach; Public participation/involvement; Illicit discharge, detection and elimination;
Construction site runoff control; Post-construction site runoff control; and Pollution
prevention/good housekeeping.
Municipal Industrial Facility means: An industrial facility, as defined in the federal and state
storm water regulations, which is owned or operated by a municipality. The regulations define
covered industrial facilities by their Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes as published
by the U.S. Office of Management and Budget. From this extensive list of covered SIC codes,
the following operations have been identified as those most likely to be owned or operated by
a municipality: Transportation Operations, Landfills, Hazardous Waste
Treatment/Storage/Disposal facilities, Vehicle Maintenance or Fueling facilities, Vehicle
Washing facilities, Solid Waste Transfer facilities, Wastewater Treatment facilities, Recycling
facilities, Yard Waste/Composting facilities and certain types of Warehousing & Storage
facilities.
Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) means: A conveyance or system of
conveyances including roads and highways with drainage systems, municipal streets, catch
basins, curbs, gutters, ditches, paved or unpaved channels or storm drains designated and
utilized for routing of storm water which is contained within the municipal corporate limits or is
owned and operated by the state, city, town, village, county, district, association or other
public body created by or pursuant to the laws of Missouri having jurisdiction over disposal of
sewage, industrial waste, storm water or other liquid wastes and is not a part or portion of a
combined sewer system. (This definition adapted from Section (1)(C)16 of Missouri Storm
Water Regulation 10 CSR 20-6.200). Each of the 61 co-permittees operates its own MS4. In
addition, the term is used to refer to the entire St. Louis County Plan Area which is identified in
the Phase II permit as the St. Louis Metropolitan Small MS4.
Municipal Work Group means: A group of municipal representatives organized under the
provisions of Chapter 14 of the St. Louis County SWMP to develop a model Operation and
Maintenance Program and a Training Program for the 61 co-permittees in order to comply
with the provisions of Section 4.2.6.1.1 of the Plan Area Phase II storm water permit. The
work group members are listed in Appendix 1-A3.
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Municipality means: Any public entity as described in the definition of Municipal Separate
Storm Sewer System. St. Louis County and the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District are
considered "municipalities" for the purposes of the Phase II storm water permit along with the
59 cities, towns and villages who are co-permittees. The Missouri Department of
Transportation (MoDOT) is also a "municipality" and operates an MS4 within the Plan Area.
However, MoDOT is covered by a separate state permit and is not a co-permittee under the
St. Louis Metropolitan Small MS4 permit.
NPDES means: National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System. This term was introduced
in Section 402 of the federal Water Pollution Control Act of 1972 (last amended in 1987 and
now known as the Clean Water Act). Section 402 provides for the issuance of NPDES
permits for the discharge of pollutants to waters of the United States and specifies the
conditions under which permits may be issued. The 1987 amendments established the
phased permitting requirements for municipal storm water discharges. In Missouri, the
Missouri Department of Natural Resources has been delegated the authority to issue NPDES
permits.
Phase I means: The first phase of the federal storm water regulations. These took effect
December 17, 1990. Phase I regulations provide for storm water permitting for industrial
facilities, for land disturbance sites 5 acres or greater in size and for MS4s having populations
greater than 100,000 (medium and large MS4s). Industrial facilities operated by
municipalities, regardless of size, are included under Phase I. See definition of "Municipal
Industrial Facility."
Phase II means: The second phase of the federal storm water regulations. These took effect
February 7, 2000. Phase II regulations provide for storm water permitting for MS4s, in
urbanized areas as defined by the Bureau of the Census, with populations below 100,000
(Small MS4s) and for land disturbance sites between 1 acre and 5 acres in size. Each of the
individual municipal entities within the St. Louis County Plan Area has a population below
100,000 and is, therefore, a Small MS4 subject to Phase II requirements.
Phase II Permit means: Storm water permit # MO-R040005 with effective date of March 10,
2003, issued by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources to the 61 St. Louis County co-
permittees. This permit was issued pursuant to the provisions of Missouri Storm Water
Regulation 10 CSR 20-6.200.
Plan Area means: The portion of St. Louis County served by separate storm sewers and
within the corporate boundaries of the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District. The Plan Area
includes the 59 cities, towns and villages who are co-permittees as well as unincorporated St.
Louis County. While there are a total of 77 municipalities in the Plan Area, 18 have
populations of less than 1000 and are therefore, exempt from the Phase II permitting
requirements, per Section (1)(C)22 of Missouri storm water regulation 10 CSR 20-6.200. The
City of St. Louis and twelve county municipalities adjoining the City of St. Louis are served by
combined sewers and are not part of the Plan Area. The Plan Area is identified in the Phase
II permit as the St. Louis Metropolitan Small MS4.
Plan Area Training Committee means: The Municipal Work Group defined above.
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Recycling Facility means any co-permittee-owned or operated facility which collects, for
recycling, common household recyclables such as paper, plastic, glass, cardboard, etc. or
which collects and processes yard wastes for use as mulch or compost.
St. Louis Municipalities Phase II Storm Water Planning Committee means: The group of
22 representatives from municipal governments, St. Louis County, MSD and various state and
regional agencies which developed the Storm Water Management Plan for St. Louis County.
Separate Storm Sewer means: A pipe, conduit, conveyance or system of conveyances
(including roads with drainage systems, municipal streets, catch basins, curbs, gutters,
ditches, manmade channels or storm drains) designed and intended to receive and convey
storm water and which discharges to waters of the state and which is not part of a combined
sewer system.
Storm Water means: rainfall runoff, snow melt runoff and surface runoff and drainage.
Storm Water Management Plan (SWMP) or Plan means: The Plan developed for the St.
Louis County Plan Area by the St. Louis Municipalities Phase II Storm Water Planning
Committee and approved by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources through the
issuance of NPDES permit MO-R040005.
Sustainable (green) Service - A service acquired from a supplier who has a green
operational policy and whose internal practices promote sustainability.
Threshold - the dollar value of contracts, above which a formal record is kept on file showing
that environmental criteria were considered when requirements were defined.
Urban Runoff means: Storm water and other runoff from streets, parking lots, rooftops,
residential, commercial and industrial areas and any areas that have been rendered
impervious through development activities. Such runoff becomes contaminated with
fertilizers, pesticides, vehicle drippings and emissions, animal wastes, street litter, yard
wastes, silt, chemical spills and other urban wastes. These contaminants are carried through
the separate storm sewers and discharged into area streams where they degrade the water
quality, harm aquatic life and other wildlife, reduce aesthetic and recreational values and
make the waters unsafe for human use.
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For More Information...
• Corps of Engineers- 404 Permits and MDNR 401 certification.
http://www.dnr.mo.gov/wpscd/wpcp/401/wpcp-401.htm#general
http://www.mvs.usace.army.mil/permits/permitap.htm
• Erosion and Sediment Control BMPs — St. Louis County BMPs are available under
the SWPPP link on the following web site:
www.stlouisco.com/plan/land disturbance.html.
• General Overview - For a general overview of storm water runoff issues, see EPA's
website: http://www.epa.qov/weatherchannel/stormwater.html
• Green Procurement — Many resources are available from the EPA Waste Wise
Helpline: 800 EPA-WISE. Website: http://www.epa.gov/epaoswer/non-
w/red uce/wstewise/wrr/buyq&a.htm
"Database of Environmental Information for Products and Services" see EPA website:
http://yosemitel.epa.qov/oppt/eppstand2.nsf/Pages/PickStore.html?Open
Sample Green Procurement Policy —
http://www.pwgsc.gc.ca/sd-env/sds2003/green-procurement-e.html
• Low Impact Development Methods / Facility Design - to reduce storm water runoff
from impervious areas - see EPA's web site at:
http://www.epa.qov/owowwtrl/NPS/lid/lidlit.html
• Model Municipal Ordinances —
o Animal Waste - http://www.mrsc.orq/Subjects/Legal/nuisances/nu-poop.aspx
o Debris and Yard Waste Nuisance -
http://www.stlmuni.orq/scripts/stlmuni/ordinance/index.cfm?ViewMe=1012
o Container size - http://www.southernshores.orq/chap8.htm
o Litter Control - http://www.northgeorgiawater.com/pdfs/modordfin-
taskl0/tab6.pdf
o Septic Tank Maintenance: http://www.anjec.org/html/ord-modelseptic.htm
o Riparian Buffer -
http://www.stormwatercenter.net/Model%20Ordinances/buffer model ordinanc
e.htm
• NPDES- Permits from MDNR-
www.dnr.mo.gov/wpscd/wpcp/permits/wpcpermits-general.htm
• Nonpoint Source Control, EPA Grants — Information on EPA Grants can be found at:
www.epa.gov/owow/nps/fundinq.html
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• Pesticide Management— For more information on Pesticide BMPs, see:
http://muextension.missouri.edu/xplor/agquides/pests/g07520.htm
For a summary of Missouri pesticide regulations, see:
http://muextension.missouri.edu/explore/agquides/agecon/g00855.htm
For more information on Integrated Pest Management Programs, see:
http://ipm.missouri.edu/ipmresources.htm
http://muextension.missouri.edu/explore/aqquides/pests/ipm1004.htm
http://muextension.missouri.edu/explore/agquides/pests/ipm 1009.htm
• Pet Waste — For more information, see: http://www.marc.org/water/summer.htm
• Spill Response and Reporting — For EPA contacts and reporting instructions:
http://www.epa.gov/superfund/programs/er/triggers/index.htm
MDNR contact and reporting instructions:
http://www.dnr.state.mo.us/alpd/esp/esp eer.htm
• Storm Drain Marking Projects — For more information, call MSD's Division of
Environmental Compliance at 314-436-8710.
• Storm Water Best Management Practices (BMPs) - EPA Fact Sheets on the web at:
http://cfpub.epa.gov/npdes/stormwater/menuofbmps/poll.cfm.
• Storm Water Management Practices — Fact Sheets are available from the Storm
water Manager's Resource Center at the following web site:
http://www.stormwatercenter.net
• Storm Water Permits -- Missouri Department of Natural Resources (MDNR)
http://www.d n r.state.mo.us/wpscd/wpcp/perm its/wpcperm its-stormwater.htm
• Waste Disposal Guidance — MDNR Pollution Prevention Guidance publications:
http://www.dnr.state.mo.us/oac/pubs.htm#PollutionPrevention
• Waste Reduction and Recycling Policy — For the sample policy, see:
http://www.legal.uncc.edu/policies/ps-110.html
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