Good Housekeeping
Stockpile Management
Procedures to prevent air and stormwater pollution from stockpiles of soil, paving materials, and other loose construction materials.
Inspection Checklist
- Stockpiles located away from inlets and drainage courses.
- Covered with plastic or tarps if inactive for >14 days.
- Perimeter controls (berm or silt fence) installed around the base.
- Plastic covers weighed down or secured against wind.
Common Failures
- Uncovered piles during rain events.
- Sediment washing into nearby streets or drains.
- Torn plastic covers.
- Located too close to a waterbody.
Maintenance & Corrections
- 1. Repair or replace torn covers.
- 2. Remove sediment from perimeter controls.
- 3. Water active stockpiles for dust control during dry/windy periods.
Inspection Freq: Weekly and pre-storm.
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