Technical Assistance

 

The technical standard for all sediment and erosion control plans and practices is the most recent edition (currently 1996) of Rainwater and Land Development: Ohio’s Standards for Stormwater Management Land Development and Urban Stream Protection.

              

Copies of this manual can be ordered through the Ohio Department of Natural Resources at:

 

                               ODNR, Division of Soil and Water Conservation

                               1939 Fountain Square Court

                               Building E-2

                               Columbus, OH  43224-1336

                               Ph:  (614) 265-6610

                               Fax: (614) 262-2064

 

Specific information about individual BMP’s described in this manual and copies of construction specification sheets may be obtained by calling our office at (330) 262-2836.

 

The impacts of construction site erosion and sedimentation are many. Here are some pictures that show what kinds of problems ineffective sediment and erosion control can create.

 

Assistance for Homeowners

The Wayne Soil and Water Conservation District can assist homeowners with drainage problems, urban soils interpretation, and any other conservation related question or concern. Just call our office at (330) 262-2836 and ask for Adam Negley, Urban Conservation Technician.

 

Thinking of buying or building a home? Then make sure you ask all the questions below BEFORE you buy. Educating yourself about your property’s natural features will benefit both you and the environment.

·           Drainage: Where are the natural drainage courses on the property? Has the home or any other structure been built in a drainage course?

·           Soil Type: What are the major soil types on the property? How will the soil types affect drainage on the property?

·           Surface Water: If a stream or creek runs through the property, what lies above it and how could it impact the property?

·           Flood Plain: Is the property in or near a flood plain? Building or owning property in a flood plain has certain risks associated with it and buyers should be aware of those risks.

·           Well/Septic: If the property is or will be served by a well and/or septic system, several questions should be asked, such as:

o         Are the well and septic system adequately separated?

o         Is there enough room for a replacement septic system if needed?

o         Does the permeability of the soil promote good infiltration of septic effluent?

o         Does the Health Department have any record of the location of the septic system?

o         Is there an adequate supply of groundwater on the property?

o         Has the well or water source been tested for the presence of bacteria and/or harmful chemicals such as nitrate?

 

 

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