Archive for 2022

Soil exposed to stormwater runoff on a construction site can cause erosion and sedimentation polluting lakes, rivers, and other water bodies.   When topsoil and natural vegetation is removed or disrupted on a construction site, erosion can occur.   Through proper use of Best Management Practices (BMPs), such as temporary and permanent covers to stabilize soils can…

As the construction site becomes more impacted with less vegetation and more structural impervious surfaces are in place, the stormwater runoff velocity and volume dramatically increase.  This will escalate the potential for erosion and sediment leaving the site.  Early in the project, it is a good practice to jointly review with design engineers, project teams,…

NPDES stands for National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System. NPDES was created in 1972 as an amendment to the Clean Water Act. It states that the discharge of pollutants from any point and non-point source to waters of the United States is unlawful unless the discharge is in compliance with a permit. This is one of…

KCI has an informative and active storm and rain watch initiative that allows every employee to be on point and alert to daily rain activity. This proactive insight allows KCI field consultants and stormwater inspectors to be ready and engaged to deliver excellent service every day.  We often hear the term “to be ready in…

Construction site operators who are requiring coverage under the Florida Construction Generic Permit (CGP) must apply for permit at least 2 days before construction begins. Additionally, it is required to have a fully executable and completed Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) prior to filing the Notice of Intent (NOI) to the Florida Department of Environmental…

Any well-fortified area starts with a sound and solid perimeter.  We all have learned that fortified means strengthened or protected. Think about an old historical fort and how the strong perimeter provided protection from harm or danger. History has taught us how large and tall walls were first used as a primary defensive measure to…

During industrial activities, stormwater can contact manufacturing materials, equipment, and chemicals.  Pollutants like oil and grease, metals, paints, and other contaminants can make their way through stormwater runoff and into storm drains where the water will remain untreated as it makes its way back to rivers, streams, and lakes. Many people believe that this water…

Population growth and economic development is still on the rise!  The US census data shows over 2.7 million people relocated to Florida over the past decade.  Approximately 300,000 people move to Florida each year.  Florida’s population growth will continue to grow over the next decade.  This growth will continue to put tremendous pressure on Florida’s…

Over the years, we have learned that excess nutrients are the leading cause of impairment in Florida’s various state waters and coastal areas.  Additionally, there is a continuous escalating concern to contamination taking place in groundwater and the state’s aquifers.  There are certainly major contributors to our diminishing and contaminated ecosystem.  The abundance of construction…

The Sunshine State is many times right at the top of most people’s wish list for vacation spots. There are many factors that come into play when people think about visiting Florida. The obvious one of course for most people is the weather.  Unlike most destinations, Florida basically has only 2 seasons: hot and rainy,…