DWQ-2024-008446

Win Jones
Managing Partner
Bear Lake Design + Build
360 Reserve Drive Suite B
Fish Haven, Idaho 83287
Subject:Construction Storm Water Inspection atLochwood Estates, Unpermitted Construction Site, located in Garden City, UT
Dear Mr. Jones, ([e-mail])
OnNovember 8, 2024,Shaunna Millsfrom the Utah Division of Water Quality (DWQ) performed a compliance evaluation inspection on the subject site, pursuant to the Utah Common Plan Permit
(CPP) UTRH00000. The purpose of this inspection was to ensure compliance with the permit conditions and to evaluate the effectiveness of the implemented Storm Water Pollution Prevention
Plan (SWPPP).The following violations were identified during the inspection:
The site operator has not obtained permit coverage under the Utah Common Plan Permit (CPP)(Utah Administrative Code R317-8-3.9(1)(a)2., (6)(c), (d)10., and (6)(e)l.).
Action Required: If the operator does not believe they meet the eligibility conditions, please provide documentation as to the reason why permit coverage is not required. Otherwise,
obtain coverage under the CPP by submitting a Notice of Intent (NOI). The NOI can be obtained online at the NeT Online Permits Database, which is found at: https://deq.utah.gov/water-quality/general-construction-storm-water-updes-permits
A notice of permit coverage was not posted in a conspicuous, safe, publicly accessible place near the entrance to the project (CPP Part 1.9).
Action Required: Post a sign in a conspicuous, safe, publicly accessible place near the entrance to the project. Ensure the font on the sign is large enough for normal corrected vision
to easily read the sign contents from a public right-of-way.
No Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) was created (CPP Section 4).
Action Required: Develop a SWPPP consistent with the requirements in Section 7 prior to the submittal of the Notice of Intent NOI. Ensure the SWPPP is kept up to date throughout the
duration of permit coverage. A SWPPP template can be found at:
https://documents.deq.utah.gov/water-quality/permits/updes/DWQ-2021-002830.docx
No perimeter controls installed, to prevent sediment from leaving the site(CCP Section 2.1). Action Required: Install and maintain appropriate perimeter controls.
No track-out pad installed, to prevent dirt/mud from being tracked out onto the road (CCP Section 2.4).Action Required: Track-out pads must be used to prevent dirt/mud tracked on streets
as vehicles leave the site. If traffic onto and off the site is not frequent, a site operator may impose a blanket prohibition of vehicle traffic onto the site, allowing for the occasions
to deliver and unload, but afterwards providing sweeping and/or cleaning of tracked out dirt. Track-out pads (see definitions) and or rumble strips (see definitions) must be used to
prevent dirt/mud tracked on streets as vehicles leave the site. If traffic onto and off the site is not frequent, a site operator may impose a blanket prohibition of vehicle traffic
onto the site, allowing for the occasions to deliver and unload, but afterwards providing sweeping and/or cleaning of tracked out dirt.
Please obtain permit coverage or provide documentation as to the reason why permit coverage is not required. If applicable, correct the above deficiencies and provide documentation for
deficiencies 1-3 and photographicevidence of the corrected items for deficiencies 4 & 5 to the DWQ inspector via email within 7 days of the receipt of this letter. All violations are
subject to enforcement action; failure to complete the corrections within the timeline may result in a referral to our compliance and enforcement section.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me via email at [e-mail], or at [phone].
Sincerely,
Shaunna Mills
Construction Stormwater Inspector
Utah Division of Water Quality
Enclosures (2):1) Inspection Form2) Photo Log
CC:Richard Worley, Bear River Health Department ([e-mail])Construction Oversight InspectionForm
ProjectName
Lochness Estates
UPDES Permit #
Unpermitted Site
Expiration Date
Address
Posies Drive
Date
11/8/2024
Owner
Operator
Bear Lake Design Build
StartTime
12:45
SiteContact
Win Jones
Phone
435-534-4111
StopTime
1:15
Weather
Sunny
Dateoflastrainevent
11/8/2024

ApproximateRainfall(in)
0.09
Inspector(s)
Shaunna Mills
MS4/City
Garden City
ReceivingWaters
Bear Lake
ProjectArea
.33
DisturbedArea
.33
ProjectType
Residential Construction
Inspection reason
Scheduled
Complaint/Tip:
Random
InspectorCode
State
Local
InspectionCode
SW Sampling
SWnon-Sampling
InspectionType
Onsite
Electronic
Reason
(please list):
Site adjacent to another inspection location.
Part1:OnsiteComplianceInspection
List:
Yes, No, N/A
ArrivalandInitialChecks:(PermitSignage;SWPPPAccessibility;Track-OutControl)
1.IstheSWPPPsignagepostedatthesiteentrance,clearlyvisible,anddoesitincludetherequiredinformation(e.g.,UPDEStrackingnumberand siteoperatorcontactinformation)?(CGP1.5;CPP1.9)
NO
2. Is a copy of the SWPPP available onsite, or is its location clearly indicated on the posted signage and accessible within a reasonable time?(CGP 1.5.7; CPP 1.9)
NO
3.Areeffectivetrack-outcontrols,suchasstabilizedconstructionentrancesorwheelwashsystems,installedandmaintainedatallegresspoints? Are paved surfaces free of track-out or sediment accumulation?
(CGP2.2.4;CPP2.4.1)
NO
PerimeterInspection:(PerimeterControls;NaturalBufferAreas;DischargePoints)
4.Areperimetercontrols(e.g.,siltfences,wattles,berms)properlyinstalledandmaintained,effectivelypreventingsedimentfromleavingthesite,withno visibleevidenceofsedimentdischargesbeyond thesiteboundary?(CGP2.2.3;CPP2.1.2)
NO
5.Arenaturalbuffers(orequivalentsedimentcontrols)maintainedaroundwaterbodieswithin50feetofearthdisturbances,andare these bufferseffectivelyminimizingsedimentdischarges?(CGP2.2.1;CPP2.3.5)
N/A
6.Is the operator ensuring that stormwater discharges are free of visible pollutants, prohibited discharges, or sediment impacting waters of the state or unprotected storm drains? Ifnot,immediatelycalltheEnvironmentalIncident
ResponseLine(801)536-0539.(CGP1.3,3.1;CPP2.3.4)
Yes
7.Arevelocitydissipationdevicesinstalledatoutfalls,alongdrainagechannels,oratotherlocationstoslowdownrunoffandpreventerosion?(CGP2.2.11;CPP2.3.3)
N/A
InteriorSiteInspection:(BMPs:InletProtection;StockpilesandConstructionMaterials;ErosionControls/Pollution PreventionControls;ChemicalStorageandFuelingAreas;SanitationandWasteManagement;ConcreteandPaint
Washout)
8.ArestormdraininletswithinandimmediatelyadjacenttotheconstructionsiteproperlyprotectedwithappropriateBMPs(SeeSWPPPforinstallationspecifications)?Hasaccumulated sedimentinandaround theinletbeenremoved?(CGP2.2.10;CPP2.1.3)
NO
9.Aresoilandmaterialstockpilesadequatelyprotectedfromerosionandsedimenttransportusingcovers,siltfences,orotherappropriateBMPs,andaretheylocatedawayfromstormwaterconveyancesandinlets?(CGP2.2.5;CPP2.1.1)
N/A
10. Are effective suppression measures, such as water spraying or mulching, implemented on exposed soil areas to prevent excessivedustgeneration? (CGP2.2.6;CPPN/A)
N/A
11. Are erosion control measures (e.g., stabilization, mulching, erosion blankets) implemented effectively on slopes, disturbed areas,andothervulnerableareas,includinganyareaswithno

construction activitiesfor30days (CPP14 days)? (CGP2.2.14;CPP2.6.1)
NO
12. Is vegetation preservation, slope disturbances, topsoil management, and soil compaction being effectively managed to prevent potential impacts on water quality? (CGP2.2.2,2.2.7-2.2.9;CPP2.5)
NO
13. Are effective spill prevention, containment, and pollutant discharge minimization measures in place for all equipmentfueling,maintenance,and washingactivities? (CGP2.3.1,2.3.2;CPP2.8.1)
YES
14. Are chemical storage and hazardous waste areas properly managed with secondary containment and spill prevention measures inplace,and aretheseareasfreefromspills orleaks? (CGP2.3.3.c-d;CPP2.8.3)
N/A
15. Are waste management practices effective, with all construction materials, debris, and waste properly stored, contained, and disposedoftopreventexposuretostormwater andoverflow?(CGP2.3.3.a-b,e;CPP2.4.3,
2.8.2)
YES
16.Areportablesanitationfacilities(e.g.,port-o-potties)positionedsecurely,awayfromdrainagefeatures,andmaintainedtoprevent leaksorspills?(CGP2.3.3.f;CPP2.4.4)
YES
17.Aredesignatedareasforconcrete,paint,andotherconstructionmaterialwashoutproperlymanagedtopreventcontaminationofstormwater?(CGP2.3.4;CPP2.1.1)
N/A
18. Do the storm water controls (e.g., erosion, sediment, and pollution prevention measures) match those indicated on the site map, andaretheydesigned,installed,andmaintainedaccordingtoBMPspecificationsintheSWPPP,consideringprecipitation,slope,soiltype,andconstruction
phaseadjustments?(CGP2.1.1-2.1.4;CPP4.1.1)
N/A
Comments(Summarizekeyobservationsfromtheinspection,includinganyviolations,correctiveactionsneeded,andanydiscussionswiththesiteoperator):
This site is unpermitted, and the operator does not have a SWPPP for this project. There is no SWPPP signage posted.The operator must create a SWPPP and submit a Notice of Intent (NOI)
to the Utah Division of Water Quality, to obtain a Common Plan Permit (CPP).
Perimeter controls are not being used on the South or East side of the project; perimeter controls must be installed in both areas. The North side of the project has been fully stabilized
with gravel; no perimeter controls required.
Part2:SWPPPPre-SiteReview(CGPPart7;CPPPart4)
(Ensureallinformationisaccurateanduptodate)
List:
Yes, No, N/A
1.Hasapre-constructionreviewoftheSWPPPbeenconductedbytheappropriatemunicipalagency?
NO
2.Arecontactnames,positions,responsibilities,andtelephonenumbersoftheStormWaterTeamandallotherresponsibleparties listed in theSWPPP? (CGP7.3.1;CPP4.2.1)
NO
3.IstheredocumentationverifyingthatallkeypersonnelhavereceivedappropriatetrainingasrequiredbytheCGP/CPP,andare these recordsincludedin theSWPPP? (CGP6.2,6.3,2.2.13.f;CPP4.2.8)
NO
4.Istheconstructionactivitydescribedindetail,includinganestimateoftheareatobedisturbed,thesequenceofconstruction activities,andadescriptionofall on-siteandoff-siteconstruction activitysupportareas?(CGP7.3.2;CPP4.2.2)
NO
5. Does the SWPPP include a detailed site map showing storm drains, slopes, surface drainage patterns, stream buffer zones,stormwaterdischargepoints,constructionboundaries,limitsofdisturbance,surfacewaters(includingthenameofreceivingwaters),
and theplacementofboth structural andnon-structural controls?(CGP7.3.3;CPP4.2.3)
NO
6.DoestheSWPPPincludeaccuratedischargeinformation,includingreceivingwaters,impairedwaters,andhigh-qualitywaters?Are there specificmeasuresoutlinedtopreventthedischargeofpollutantsintothesewaters?(CGP3.2;CPP4.2.5)
NO
7.DoestheSWPPPidentifyallpollution-generatingactivities(e.g.,concretewashout,solidwastedisposal)thatcouldaffectstormwaterdischargesfromthesite? (CGP7.3.2.f;CPP4.2.6)
NO
8. Are non-storm water discharges identified and controlled, with descriptions of allowable discharges (e.g., fire hydrantflushing,uncontaminated groundwater)included in theSWPPP? (CGP7.3.4;CPP1.3)
NO
9.DoestheSWPPPdescribenaturalbuffersand/orequivalentsedimentcontrols(i.e.,compliancealternatives)?(CGP7.3.5.b(1), Appendix A;CPP4.2.4)
NO
10. Does the SWPPP detail the specifications of all erosion and sediment controls (e.g., silt fences, sediment basins, check dams, inletprotection) inlinewithCGPrequirements? (CGP7.3.5.a;CPPN/A)
NO
11.Havespecificstabilizationmeasures,includingbothvegetativeandnon-vegetativepractices,aswellasthestabilizationdeadline, been provided in theSWPPP? (CGP7.3.5.b(6);CPP4.2.3)
NO
12. Does the SWPPP include comprehensive spill prevention and response procedures, including personnel responsibilities, cleanup steps,andemergencycontactinformation? (CGP7.3.5.b(7);CPPN/A)
NO
13.DoestheSWPPPdescribetheplacementofpollutionpreventioncontrols,such asthoseformaterialstorage,construction wastemanagement,sanitarywastemanagement,andspill preventionmeasures? (CGP7.3.5.b(8);CPP4.2.6,4.2.7)
NO
14. Does the SWPPP include a clear schedule for conducting inspections, and taking corrective actions? Is the inspection schedule, rain gaugelocation(if applicable),and anyrelevantchecklistsorformsclearlydocumented?
(CGP7.3.6;CPP3.2,3.3)
NO
15.Aresiteinspections beingconducted attheselectedfrequency(i.e.,every7or14days;within24hoursofa0.50-inchrainfall), and did theyadequatelycoverallnecessaryareasordocument stormwater
controlissues? (CGP4.2,4.5,4.6;CPP3.4)
NO

16.ArecorrectiveactionsfrompreviousinspectionsdocumentedandupdatedintheSWPPPwithintherequired7-daytimeframe, including changestostormwatercontrols,constructionplans,andSWPPPmodifications?(CGP5,7.5;CPP3.5,3.6)
NO
17.DoestheSWPPPincludetheNoticeofIntent(NOI)andacopyoftheCGPorCommonPlanPermit,alongwithanyadditional permits required (e.g.,dewatering,streamalteration)?(CGP7.4;CPP4.2.9)
NO
18.HastheSWPPPbeensignedbytheappropriateresponsiblecorporateofficerordulyauthorizedrepresentative?(CGP9.9;CPP 4.2.10)
NO
Comments:SWPPP must be developed and submitted to Shaunna Mills - DWQ inspector.
I certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualifiedpersonnelproperlygatheredandevaluatedtheinformationsubmitted.Basedonmyinquiryintothepersonorpersonswhomanagethesystem,orthosepersonsdirectlyresponsiblefor
gatheringtheinformation,theinformationsubmittedistothebestofmyknowledgeandbelieftrue,accurate,andcomplete.Iamawarethattherearesignificantpenaltiesforsubmittingfalseinformation,includingthepossibilityoffineandimprisonmentforknowingviolations.
Inspector
Shaunna Mills
Construction Inspector – DWQ
Shaunna Mills
12-3-2024
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Photo Log –
Photo 1
Northeast edge of project – No perimeter control
Photo 2
Northwest edge of project – No track-out pad
Photo 3
Portable Toilet - Staked Down on all sides
Photo 4
North side of project – Gravel stabilized area