University of Notre Dame
OP-23: Stormwater Management

Storm Water Rule 5 – Construction Site Storm Water Runoff: The University is permitted by the IDEM to discharge storm water runoff from construction sites throughout campus. The University Utilities Department is a designated Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) and is required to have permits for all construction sites with land-disturbing activities of greater than one acre. The appropriate University departments and contractors perform regular inspections of site erosion control measures to ensure their adequacy and permit compliance. Storm Water Rule 6 – Industrial Site Storm Water Runoff: The University is permitted by the IDEM to discharge storm water runoff from its industrial area (Utilities Complex). The University performs annual storm water sampling, testing, and reporting in compliance with this permit. Storm Water Rule 13 – Storm Water Quality Management Plan: The IDEM requires the University to develop a Storm Water Quality Management Plan (SWQMP) that culminates with the implementation of Best Management Practices (BMPs) that address six minimum control measures. These BMPs prevent or minimize the impact of storm water runoff into off-campus water bodies. General Permit: This IDEM issued permit allows for the use of non-contact cooling water from St. Joseph Lake in the operation of the Power Plant. This non-contact cooling water is used to cool plant equipment and is returned to the lake without contamination. Monthly water quality sampling and reporting is performed to ensure the water quality of the lake is maintained. Individual Permit: This IDEM-issued permit allows for the discharge of the Boiler No. 4 Dewatering Bin to St. Joseph Lake. Monthly water quality sampling and reporting is performed to ensure the water quality of the lake is maintained.

The University of Notre Dame under Rule 5 – Storm water Runoff Control requires an inspection report for construction projects. The inspection process includes checking the need for swales.

The University of Notre Dame under Rule 5 – Storm water Runoff Control requires an inspection report for construction projects. The inspection process includes checking the need for swales.

1. Public Education and Outreach To increase awareness on the harmful effects of polluted storm water runoff and its potential to affect the water quality of the receiving streams, the University has implemented the following Best Management Practices (BMPs): •Storm Water Awareness Survey •Classroom Education: Coursework relative to storm water practices is available at the University of Notre Dame. For more information, visit the following departments: Civil Engineering Department and Biological Sciences Department •Lawn and Garden Practices •Proper Disposal of Hazardous Waste: Risk Management and Safety •Trash Management 2. Public Participation and Involvement To provide opportunities for the University community to play an active role in both the development and implementation in the SWQMP, the following BMPs have been implemented: •Storm Drain Stenciling •Lake Monitoring is performed on an annual basis by biology students as part of their department’s curriculum. 3. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination To identify illicit discharges and to eliminate improper connections to the University’s storm sewer system, we have implemented the following measures: •Illicit Discharge Policy •Storm Sewer Mapping – The Utilities Department maintains accurate and up-to-date maps and information relative to the University’s storm water sewer system. These documents are available for review upon request and University approval. •Illegal Dumping – Specific departments and University staff members monitor and prevent illegal dumping on University property. 4. Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control (Rule 5) To focus on the control of storm water runoff from construction sites, the University has implemented Rule 5 and various associated policies and procedures. 5. Post-Construction Storm Water Runoff Control (Rule 5) The following BMPs have been implemented to reduce pollutant loading directed to receiving streams from development areas: •University of Notre Dame Post-Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control Policy •Planning and Development: The University has a long history of planning and development procedures that are applied in all new developments. Details can be found in the Campus Plan available through the University Architect’s Office. •Urban Forestry: University procedures protect, preserve, and enhance campus forestry. •To protect natural resources, administrative approval is required for tree removal: Tree Removal Permit •For further information on the University’s Forestry see Landscape Services. 6. Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping To focus on pollution prevention and good housekeeping, the University has implemented the following BMPs: (Links will be available upon completion.) •Road Salt/Deicing Application Practices •Vehicle Maintenance •Storm Drains and Catch Basin Cleaning: The University inspects, cleans, and properly disposes of debris from storm drains and catch basins on campus. •Flood Management Projects: The University has implemented practices to ensure proper storm water protection devices. •Lawn Care and Pesticide Program •Litter and Debris Control Program •Road/Parking Lot maintenance and cleaning procedures •Hazardous Materials Management Plan •Wellhead Protection Program