Quarterly Visual Stormwater Sampling
At Clean Stormwater Inc., we provide a cost-effective and efficient solution for Quarterly Visual Stormwater Sampling, helping facilities comply with Michigan’s NPDES Industrial Stormwater Permit without the high costs typically associated with hiring an outside professional to collect the sample. Unlike many companies that charge excessive fees to have someone wait on-site for a rain event, we have developed a streamlined process that allows your own team to collect the sample—with our guidance and support—ensuring compliance without unnecessary expenses.
How Our Visual Sampling Program Works
- We Provide a Complete Sampling Kit – Your facility receives all the necessary materials to collect and document a stormwater sample properly.
- Any Employee Can Collect the Sample – There is no requirement that the sample collector be a Certified Storm Water Operator (CSWO), meaning any trained staff member can take the sample during a qualified storm event.
- Overnight Shipping to Us – The sample is sent to our team via next-day air (cost included in our program) for certification and review by a CSWO.
- Certified Inspection & Reporting – One of our Certified Storm Water Operators evaluates the sample documentation, certifies compliance, and provides a detailed report for your records.
What We Assess in the Sample
- Color or discoloration
- Odor or unusual smells
- Floating or suspended solids
- Presence of oil sheen or foam
- Any other visual indicators of stormwater contamination
Why Our Visual Sampling Solution is Better
- Eliminates High Costs – No need to pay for someone to sit at your facility waiting for rain
- Minimizes Disruptions – Employees can collect the sample without interrupting daily operations
- Ensures Compliance – A CSWO certifies the sample and provides a report, ensuring you meet NPDES permit requirements
- Fast & Reliable – Next-day shipping ensures quick turnaround, so your facility stays in compliance with quarterly deadlines
Who This Program Benefits
- Industrial facilities are required to conduct quarterly visual assessments under their stormwater permit
- Businesses looking to reduce compliance costs without sacrificing accuracy or regulatory adherence
- Companies seeking a simple, easy-to-implement solution for stormwater monitoring
Visual Sampling Support for Other States
While our primary focus is Michigan, our visual sampling program is available to facilities in surrounding states. Many states under the federal NPDES program require quarterly visual assessments, and our program ensures compliance with minimal cost and effort.
Choosing Clean Stormwater Inc. offers an innovative, cost-effective approach to stormwater compliance that simplifies sampling while ensuring full regulatory adherence. Contact us today to learn how our Visual Stormwater Sampling Program can help your facility.
