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Abby H. Hanson
Effective MS4 management requires organized documentation and clear staff coordination to meet WDNR compliance. Without proper systems, municipalities risk non-compliance, increased costs, and inefficiencies. Leveraging GIS, transparency tools, and structured workflows can streamline processes and prevent missed deadlines.
Maintaining water quality is essential for the health and safety of any community, particularly for those that are classified as Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) communities or are governed by Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs). These designations bring with them a set of stringent requirements to prevent pollution from contaminating local water bodies. Meeting these standards not only ensures compliance with environmental regulations but also contributes to the broader goal of protecting natural resources for current and future generations.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) required Municipal Separate Storm Sewer (MS4) annual report is coming due on March 31, 2024. Compiling the list of various MS4 compliance items performed throughout 2023 can be a challenge. We’ve created a summary of what to expect on this year’s report.
Illicit discharge detection and elimination (IDDE) is part of the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer (MS4) Permit, and annual IDDE outfall inspections are required for all regulated MS4 communities to ensure that stormwater discharges do not pollute our waters. Learn how R/M can support your community in collecting accurate inspection data!
