Its purpose is to provide timely authorization for discharges to Waters of the United States. This general permit establishes Notice of Intent (NOI) requirements, water quality limitations, prohibitions and management practices for five (5) separate discharge categories.
NVG201000 authorizes water discharges associated with various activities; it was developed to authorize a range of De Minimis water discharges under one permit. Monitoring requirements have been established for five (5) discharge categories.
This De Minimis General Permit intends to control and reduce pollution to Waters of the United States (U.S.) from water discharges. NVG201000 requires NOI water quality submittal, annual sampling, installation of BMPs and reporting to ensure the site is performing at a level that minimizes water pollution and protects public health and the environment.
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