CSM Environmental Regulations & Policy 2

Question 1

Under the Clean Water Act, which section specifically establishes the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)?

Accepted Answer

Section 402

Answer

Section 402 of the Clean Water Act establishes the NPDES permit program that regulates point source discharges into navigable waters.

Question 2

Which EPA Phase II rule extended NPDES stormwater permit requirements to municipalities with populations below what threshold?

Accepted Answer

100,000

Answer

EPA's Phase II rule extended NPDES stormwater requirements to small MS4s serving populations under 100,000, published in 1999.

Question 3

What does 'MEP' stand for in the context of MS4 stormwater permit compliance?

Accepted Answer

Maximum Extent Practicable

Answer

MEP (Maximum Extent Practicable) is the performance standard that MS4 operators must achieve in reducing pollutants in stormwater discharges.

Question 4

A state wishes to administer its own NPDES program instead of EPA doing so. What must the state obtain?

Accepted Answer

EPA authorization under Section 402(b)

Answer

States can receive authorization to administer the NPDES program under CWA Section 402(b) after demonstrating adequate legal authority and resources.

Question 5

Which federal law governs the cleanup of contaminated sites that may affect stormwater runoff quality?

Accepted Answer

CERCLA

Answer

CERCLA (Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act), also known as Superfund, governs cleanup of hazardous waste sites that can contaminate stormwater.

(CSM) Certified Stormwater Manager Practice Test

(CSM) Certified Stormwater Manager Practice Test

CSM Environmental Regulations & Policy 2