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Home My WebLink About20200908_WQMP_9-1-2020 County of Orange/Santa Ana Region Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) Project Name: COOP RESIDENCE 408 Via Lido Nord Newport Beach, CA APN: 458-273-09 Prepared for: Kevin and Vicki Coop 116 Via Genoa Newport Beach Prepared by: Core Civil Engineering Inc. 23172 Plaza Pointe, Suite 145 Laguna Hills, CA 92653 Phone: 949-954-7244 WAI@CORESTRUCTURE.COM Prepared: 09-01-2020 PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Error! Reference source not found. Owner’s Certification North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page i This Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) has been prepared for Kevin and Viki Coop by Core Civil Engineering Inc. The WQMP is intended to comply with the requirements of the County of Orange NPDES Stormwater Program requiring the preparation of the plan. The undersigned, while it owns the subject property, is responsible for the implementation of the provisions of this plan , including the ongoing operation and maintenance of all best management practices (BMPs), and will ensure that this plan is amended as appropriate to reflect up-to-date conditions on the site consistent with the current Orange County Drainage Area Management Plan (DAMP) and the intent of the non-point source NPDES Permit for Waste Discharge Requirements for the County of Orange, Orange County Flood Control District and the incorporated Cities of Orange County within the Santa Ana Region. Once the undersigned transfers its interest in the property, its successors-in-interest shall bear the aforementioned responsibility to implement and amend the WQMP. An appropriate number of approved and signed copies of this document shall be available on the subject site in perpetuity. Owner: Kevin Coop Title Owner Company - Address 116 Via Genoa, Newport Beach Email Telephone # I understand my responsibility to implement the provisions of this WQMP including the ongoing operation and maintenance of the best management practices (BMPs) described herein. Owner Signature Date Project Owner’s Certification Planning Application No. (If applicable) N/A Grading Permit No. N/A Tract/Parcel Map and Lot(s) No. Lot 43 of Tract Map No. 7028 Building Permit No. N/A Address of Project Site and APN (If no address, specify Tract/Parcel Map and Lot Numbers) 408 Via Lid Nord, Newport Beach APN: 458-273-09 PA2020-259 Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Owner’s Certification North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page ii Preparer (Engineer): Wai Lin Maung Chen Title Project Engineer PE Registration # C-83487 Company Core Civil Engineering Inv Address 23172 plaza Pointe Dr. Suite 145, Laguna Hills, CA Email wai@corestructure.com Telephone # 949-954-7244 I hereby certify that this Water Quality Management Plan is in compliance with, and meets the requirements set forth in, Order No. R8-2009-0030/NPDES No. CAS618030, of the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board. Preparer Signature Date September 1, 2020 Place Stamp Here PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Table of Contents North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page iii Contents Page No. Section I Permit(s) and Water Quality Conditions of Approval or Issuance ........... 1 Section II Project Description .................................................................................. 3 Section III Site Description ....................................................................................... 8 Section IV Best Management Practices (BMPs) ...................................................... 10 Section V Inspection/Maintenance Responsibility for BMPs ................................. 22 Section VI BMP Exhibit (Site Plan) ......................................................................... 23 Section VII Educational Materials ............................................................................ 24 Attachments Attachment A . ................................................................................................ TGD Figures Attachment B . ..................................................................... BMP Calculation Worksheets Attachment C . ............................................................... Operation and Maintenance Plan Attachment D . ................................................................................. Educational Materials PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Error! Reference source not found. Section I North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 1 Section I Permit(s) and Water Quality Conditions of Approval or Issuance Provide discretionary or grading/building permit information and water quality conditions of approval, or permit issuance, applied to the project. If conditions are unknown, please request applicable conditions from staff. Refer to Section 2.1 in the Technical Guidance Document (TGD) available on the OC Planning website (ocplanning.net). Project Infomation Permit/Application No. (If applicable) N/A Grading or Building Permit No. (If applicable) N/A Address of Project Site (or Tract Map and Lot Number if no address) and APN 408 Via Lid Nord, Newport Beach APN: 458-273-09 Water Quality Conditions of Approval or Issuance Water Quality Conditions of Approval or Issuance applied to this project. (Please list verbatim.) Prior to issuance of preliminary or precise grading permits, the applicant shall submit to the Public Works Department of the City of Santa Ana for review and approval, a Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP). The WQMP shall identify Best Management Practices (BMPs) that will be sued on the site to control predictable pollutant runoff There is no condition of approval or issuance for this project. Conceptual WQMP Was a Conceptual Water Quality Management Plan previously approved for this project? No conceptual WQMP was prepared for this project. PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Error! Reference source not found. Section I North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 2 Watershed-Based Plan Conditions Provide applicable conditions from watershed - based plans including WIHMPs and TMDLS. There is currently no approved WIHMP established for receiving water. TMDL for following watershed are applicable. Newport Bay – Lower TMDL – Chlordane, Copper, DDT, Indicator Bacteria, Nutrients, PCBs, Pesticides, Sediment toxicity PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Section II North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 3 Section II Project Description II.1 Project Description Description of Proposed Project Development Category (From Model WQMP, Table 7.11-2; or -3): Category 5. Impervious surface 2,500 sq-ft or more located within, directly adjacent to ESAs. Project Area (ft2): 3,149 Number of Dwelling Units: 1 SIC Code: 1521 Project Area Pervious Impervious Area (sq ft) Percentage Area (sq ft) Percentage Pre-Project Conditions 180 5.7% 2,969 94.3% Post-Project Conditions 79 2.5% 3,070 97.5% Drainage Patterns/Connections In the existing condition the lot is generally flat with 2% slope from high point in the southwest corner (street side) to low point in the northeast corner (back side). The storm water are all surface sheet flows to the ocean. In the proposed condition, the aera is divided to 3 major drainage area. DMA-1 flows to bio-filtration without planter at the front of the property, which over- flow to Via Lido Nord street. The DMA-2 area flows to bio-filtration without underdrain at the rear of the house. The overflow from the planer drains to bottomless inlet located at the north east corner of the house, which over-flow to the ocean. The DMA-3 area consists of eastern side yard and it flows to the bottomless inlet, and any major storm event will overflow to the ocean. Narrative Project Description Proposed site development consists of demolition of the existing residential building and construct a new two-story single-family residence. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••T••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••T•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• ································r···························· · ·································r····························· . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................•.............................................................•............................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ·····························································-·································-····························· . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ·····························································-·································-····························· PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Section II North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 4 II.2 Potential Stormwater Pollutants Determine and list expected stormwater pollutants based on land uses and site activities. Refer to Section 2.2.2 and Table 2.1 in the Technical Guidance Document (TGD) for guidance. Pollutants of Concern Pollutant Check One for each: E=Expected to be of concern N=Not Expected to be of concern Additional Information and Comments Suspended-Solid/ Sediment E N Nutrients E N Heavy Metals E N Pathogens (Bacteria/Virus) E N Pesticides E N Oil and Grease E N Toxic Organic Compounds E N Trash and Debris E N ~ □ ~ □ □ ~ ~ □ ~ □ ~ □ □ ~ ~ □ PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Section II North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 5 II.3 Hydrologic Conditions of Concern Determine if streams located downstream from the project area are potentially susceptible to hydromodification impacts. Refer to Section 2.2.3.1 in the Technical Guidance Document (TGD) for North Orange County or Section 2.2.3.2 for South Orange County. No – Show map Yes – Describe applicable hydrologic conditions of concern below. Refer to Section 2.2.3 in the Technical Guidance Document (TGD). □ PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Section II North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 6 Su~ctptibiltty ~ P<Mfl:lil.NN1d&oilon.Ntlllit& ~SIRICWeSUIC.p:l)llly Channel Type l!~(\Jfllutlle) E.wffl(St.oe~) TIMl lnfh-.nc:e -.. -MHll~'M!«trlt(U81 ~l}!JDlllJ&OOW ~ -@ll!Joo,Jlll!@'ii' 'iJ'@ IJ'l!JJOO'\i'IXl!l!IJ\l IJ\lll!WD@D@OO _,.,,._ Yi'llltn'lel:I 8 ■---===----·ff· 0 t.000 11,000 PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Section II North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 7 II.4 Post Development Drainage Characteristics Describe post development drainage characteristics. Refer to Section 2.2.4 in the Technical Guidance Document (TGD). In the proposed condition, the aera is divided to 3 major drainage area. DMA-1 flows to bio-filtration without planter at the front of the property, which over-flow to Via Lido Nord street. The DMA-2 area flows to bio- filtration without underdrain at the rear of the house. The overflow from the planer drains to bottomless inlet located at the north east corner of the house, which over-flow to the ocean. The DMA-3 area consists of eastern side yard and it flows to the bottomless inlet, and any major storm event will overflow to the ocean. II.5 Property Ownership/Management Describe property ownership/management. Refer to Section 2.2.5 in the Technical Guidance Document (TGD). Will own and management by private owner. Kevin and Vicki Coop 408 Via Lido Nord Newport Beach PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Section III North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 8 Section III Site Description III.1 Physical Setting Fill out table with relevant information. Refer to Section 2.3.1 in the Technical Guidance Document (TGD). Name of Planned Community/Planning Area (if applicable) N/A Location/Address 408 Via Lido Nord Newport Beach, CA General Plan Land Use Designation Single Family Zoning Residential Acreage of Project Site 0.072 Predominant Soil Type Sand III.2 Site Characteristics Fill out table with relevant information and include information regarding BMP sizing, suitability, and feasibility, as applicable. Refer to Section 2.3.2 in the Technical Guidance Document (TGD). Site Characteristics Precipitation Zone 0.65 inch Topography Flat lot with gradient of 2% from street side to back side. PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Section III North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 9 Drainage Patterns/Connections In the proposed condition, the aera is divided to 3 major drainage area. DMA-1 flows to bio-filtration without planter at the front of the property, which over- flow to Via Lido Nord street. The DMA-2 area flows to bio-filtration without underdrain at the rear of the house. The overflow from the planer drains to bottomless inlet located at the north east corner of the house, which over-flow to the ocean. The DMA-3 area consists of eastern side yard and it flows to the bottomless inlet, and any major storm event will overflow to the ocean. Soil Type, Geology, and Infiltration Properties Sand, Hydrologic Soil A. Hydrogeologic (Groundwater) Conditions 7’ below surface. Geotechnical Conditions (relevant to infiltration) There is no issue with liquification. Off-Site Drainage No offsite drainage flows into the project area. Utility and Infrastructure Information No known utility conflict III.3 Watershed Description Fill out table with relevant information and include information regarding BMP sizing, suitability, and feasibility, as applicable. Refer to Section 2.3.3 in the Technical Guidance Document (TGD). Receiving Waters Newport Bay - Lower 303(d) Listed Impairments Yes Applicable TMDLs Chlordane, Copper, DDT, Indicator Bacteria, Nutrients, PCBs, Pesticides, Sediment toxicity Pollutants of Concern for the Project Suspended-Solid/Sediments, Nutrients, Pathogens, Pesticides, Oil & Grease, and Trash & Debris. Environmentally Sensitive and Special Biological Significant Areas Yes PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Section IV North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 10 Section IV Best Management Practices (BMPs) IV. 1 Project Performance Criteria Describe project performance criteria. Several steps must be followed in order to determine what performance criteria will apply to a project. These steps include: • If the project has an approved WIHMP or equivalent, then any watershed specific criteria must be used and the project can evaluate participation in the approved regional or sub- regional opportunities. (Please ask your assigned planner or plan checker regarding whether your project is part of an approved WIHMP or equivalent.) • Determine applicable hydromodification control performance criteria. Refer to Section 7.II- 2.4.2.2 of the Model WQMP. • Determine applicable LID performance criteria. Refer to Section 7.II-2.4.3 of the Model WQMP. • Determine applicable treatment control BMP performance criteria. Refer to Section 7.II-3.2.2 of the Model WQMP. • Calculate the LID design storm capture volume for the project. Refer to Section 7.II-2.4.3 of the Model WQMP. (NOC Permit Area only) Is there an approved WIHMP or equivalent for the project area that includes more stringent LID feasibility criteria or if there are opportunities identified for implementing LID on regional or sub-regional basis? YES NO If yes, describe WIHMP feasibility criteria or regional/sub-regional LID opportunities. N/A □ ~ PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Section IV North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 11 Project Performance Criteria If HCOC exists, list applicable hydromodification control performance criteria (Section 7.II-2.4.2.2 in MWQMP) No HCOC. Exempt area. List applicable LID performance criteria (Section 7.II-2.4.3 from MWQMP) The following performance criteria for LID implementation are stated in both permits: Priority Projects must infiltrate, harvest and use, evapotranspiration, or biotreat/biofilter, the 85th percentile, 24-hour storm event (Design Capture Volume) properly designed biotreatment system may only be considered if infiltration, harvest and use, and evapotranspiration (ET) cannot be feasibly implemented for the full design capture volume. In this case, infiltration, harvest and use, and ET practices must be implemented to the greatest extent feasible and biotreatment may be provided for the remaining design capture volume Bio-treatment is proposed for this project since the lot is not suitable for infiltration. List applicable treatment control BMP performance criteria (Section 7.II-3.2.2 from MWQMP) If it is not feasible to meet LID performance criteria through retention and/or biotreatment provided on-site or at a sub-regional/regional scale, then treatment control BMPs shall be provided on-site or offsite prior to discharge to waters of the US. Sizing of treatment control BMP(s) shall be based on either the unmet volume after claiming applicable water quality credits, if appropriate. Calculate LID design storm capture volume for Project. I = 0.65 in, C = 0.75 x % imp + 0.15 DMA-1 Area = 2,469 sq-ft. Impervious Area = 2,417 sq-ft, %imp = 0.98 C = 0.89 DCV = C x I x A = 119 cu-ft DMA-2 Area = 574 sq-ft. Impervious Area = 547 sq-ft, %imp = 0.95 PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Section IV North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 12 C = 0.86 DCV = C x I x A = 27 cu-ft DMA-3 Area = 106 sq-ft. Impervious Area = 106 sq-ft, %imp = 1 C = 0.90 DCV = C x I x A = 5.17 cu-ft PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Section IV North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 13 IV.2. Site Design and Drainage In the proposed condition, the aera is divided to 3 major drainage area. DMA-1 flows to bio-filtration without planter at the front of the property, which over-flow to Via Lido Nord street. The DMA-2 area flows to bio- filtration without underdrain at the rear of the house. The overflow from the planer drains to bottomless inlet located at the north east corner of the house, which over-flow to the ocean. The DMA-3 area consists of eastern side yard and it flows to the bottomless inlet, and any major storm event will overflow to the ocean. IV.3 LID BMP Selection and Project Conformance Analysis IV.3.1 Hydrologic Source Controls (HSCs) If required HSCs are included, fill out applicable check box forms. If the retention criteria are otherwise met with other LID BMPs, include a statement indicating HSCs not required. Name Included? Localized on-lot infiltration Impervious area dispersion (e.g. roof top disconnection) Street trees (canopy interception) Residential rain barrels (not actively managed) Green roofs/Brown roofs Blue roofs Impervious area reduction (e.g. permeable pavers, site design) Other: Other: Other: Other: □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Section IV North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 14 IV.3.2 Infiltration BMPs Name Included? Bioretention without underdrains Rain gardens Porous landscaping Infiltration planters Retention swales Infiltration trenches Infiltration basins Drywells Subsurface infiltration galleries French drains Permeable asphalt Permeable concrete Permeable concrete pavers Other: Bottomless Inlet Other: See Attachment B for Detail calculation worksheets. DMA-1 Biofiltration planer without underdrain is proposed. The planter area is 52 sq-ft. See worksheet C. DMA-2 Biofiltration planer without underdrain is proposed. The planter area is 27 sq-ft. See worksheet C. DMA-3 Bottomless inlet for infiltration is proposed. DCV = 5.17 cu-ft Volume Treated = Catch basin + Gravel Storage = 1.5’ x 1.5’ x 2’ + 1.5’ x 1.5’ x 1’ x 0.4 = 5.4 cu-ft > DCV ok ~ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ ~ □ PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Section IV North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 15 IV.3.3 Evapotranspiration, Rainwater Harvesting BMPs If the full Design Storm Capture Volume cannot be met with infiltration BMPs, describe any evapotranspiration and/or rainwater harvesting BMPs included. Name Included? All HSCs; See Section IV.3.1 Surface-based infiltration BMPs Biotreatment BMPs Above-ground cisterns and basins Underground detention Other: Other: Other: Show calculations below to demonstrate if the LID Design Storm Capture Volume can be met with evapotranspiration and/or rainwater harvesting BMPs in combination with infiltration BMPs. If not, document below how much can be met with either infiltration BMPs, evapotranspiration, rainwater harvesting BMPs, or a combination, and document why it is not feasible to meet the full volume with these BMP categories. All areas are treated by infiltration BMPs. I I □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Section IV North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 16 IV.3.4 Biotreatment BMPs If the full Design Storm Capture Volume cannot be met with infiltration BMPs, and/or evapotranspiration and rainwater harvesting BMPs, describe biotreatment BMPs included. Include sections for selection, suitability, sizing, and infeasibility, as applicable. Name Included? Bioretention with underdrains Stormwater planter boxes with underdrains Rain gardens with underdrains Constructed wetlands Vegetated swales Vegetated filter strips Proprietary vegetated biotreatment systems Wet extended detention basin Dry extended detention basins Other: Other: Show calculations below to demonstrate if the LID Design Storm Capture Volume can be met with infiltration, evapotranspiration, rainwater harvesting and/or biotreatment BMPs. If not, document how much can be met with either infiltration BMPs, evapotranspiration, rainwater harvesting BMPs, or a combination, and document why it is not feasible to meet the full volume with these BMP categories. All areas are treated by infiltration BMPs. □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Section IV North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 17 IV.3.5 Hydromodification Control BMPs Describe hydromodification control BMPs. See Section 5 of the Technical Guidance Document (TGD). Include sections for selection, suitability, sizing, and infeasibility, as applicable. Detail compliance with Prior Conditions of Approval (if applicable). Hydromodification Control BMPs BMP Name BMP Description n/a IV.3.6 Regional/Sub-Regional LID BMPs Describe regional/sub-regional LID BMPs in which the project will participate. Refer to Section 7.II- 2.4.3.2 of the Model WQMP. Regional/Sub-Regional LID BMPs n/a PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Section IV North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 18 IV.3.7 Treatment Control BMPs Treatment control BMPs can only be considered if the project conformance analysis indicates that it is not feasible to retain the full design capture volume with LID BMPs. Describe treatment control BMPs including sections for selection, sizing, and infeasibility, as applicable. Treatment Control BMPs BMP Name BMP Description n/a PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Section IV North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 19 IV.3.8 Non-structural Source Control BMPs Fill out non-structural source control check box forms or provide a brief narrative explaining if non- structural source controls were not used. Non-Structural Source Control BMPs Identifier Name Check One If not applicable, state brief reason Included Not Applicable N1 Education for Property Owners, Tenants and Occupants N2 Activity Restrictions Private residence. N3 Common Area Landscape Management Private residence. N4 BMP Maintenance N5 Title 22 CCR Compliance (How development will comply) Private residence. N6 Local Industrial Permit Compliance Private residence. N7 Spill Contingency Plan Private residence. N8 Underground Storage Tank Compliance Private residence. N9 Hazardous Materials Disclosure Compliance Private residence. N10 Uniform Fire Code Implementation Private residence. N11 Common Area Litter Control Private residence. N12 Employee Training Private residence. N13 Housekeeping of Loading Docks Private residence. N14 Common Area Catch Basin Inspection Private residence. N15 Street Sweeping Private Streets and Parking Lots Private residence. N16 Retail Gasoline Outlets Private residence. igJ □ , ............................................................................................................................................................... . □ igJ , ................................................................................................................................................................. . □ igJ , ................... 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S3 Design and construct trash and waste storage areas to reduce pollution introduction S4 Use efficient irrigation systems & landscape design, water conservation, smart controllers, and source control S5 Protect slopes and channels and provide energy dissipation No slope or channel Incorporate requirements applicable to individual priority project categories (from SDRWQCB NPDES Permit) S6 Dock areas No Dock in project area S7 Maintenance bays No Maintenance Bay in project area S8 Vehicle wash areas No onsite vehicle wash area S9 Outdoor processing areas No outdoor processing area S10 Equipment wash areas No onsite equipment wash area S11 Fueling areas No onsite fueling area S12 Hillside landscaping Not a hillside project S13 Wash water control for food preparation areas Private residence. S14 Community car wash racks Private residence. □ ~ □ ~ ~ □ ~ □ □ ~ □ □ □ ~ □ ~ □ ~ □ ~ □ ~ □ ~ □ ~ □ ~ □ ~ PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Section IV North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 21 IV.4 Alternative Compliance Plan (If Applicable) N/A IV.4.1 Water Quality Credits N/A IV.4.2 Alternative Compliance Plan Information Describe an alternative compliance plan (if applicable). Include alternative compliance obligations (i.e., gallons, pounds) and describe proposed alternative compliance measures. Refer to Section 7.II 3.0 in the Model WQMP. N/A PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Error! Reference source not found. Section V North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 22 Section V Inspection/Maintenance Responsibility for BMPs Fill out information in table below. Prepare and attach an Operation and Maintenance Plan. Identify the funding mechanism through which BMPs will be maintained. Inspection and maintenance records must be kept for a minimum of five years for inspection by the regulatory agencies. Refer to Section 7.II 4.0 in the Model WQMP. BMP Inspection/Maintenance BMP Reponsible Party(s) Inspection/ Maintenance Activities Required Minimum Frequency of Activities BIO-Filtration Planter -1 Owner See attachment C for O&M Plan Per landscaping requirement BIO-Filtration Planter -2 Owner See attachment C for O&M Plan Per landscaping requirement BIO-Filtration Planter -1 Owner See attachment C for O&M Plan Semi-Annually PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Error! Reference source not found. Section VI North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 23 Section VI BMP Exhibit (Site Plan) VI.1 BMP Exhibit (Site Plan) Include a BMP Exhibit (Site Plan), at a size no less than 24” by 36,” which includes the following minimum information: • Insert in the title block (lower right hand corner) of BMP Exhibit: the WQMP Number (assigned by staff) and the grading/building or Planning Application permit numbers • Project location (address, tract/lot number(s), etc.) • Site boundary • Land uses and land covers, as applicable • Suitability/feasibility constraints • Structural BMP locations • Drainage delineations and flow information • Delineate the area being treated by each structural BMP • GIS coordinates for LID and Treatment Control BMPs • Drainage connections • BMP details • Preparer name and stamp Please do not include any areas outside of the project area or any information not related to drainage or water quality. The approved BMP Exhibit (Site Plan) shall be submitted as a plan sheet on all grading and building plan sets submitted for plan check review and approval. The BMP Exhibit shall be at the same size as the rest of the plan sheets in the submittal and shall have an approval stamp and signature prior to plan check submittal. VI.2 Submittal and Recordation of Water Quality Management Plan Following approval of the Final Project-Specific WQMP, three copies of the approved WQMP (including BMP Exhibit, Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Plan, and Appendices) shall be submitted. In addition, these documents shall be submitted in a PDF format. Each approved WQMP (including BMP Exhibit, Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Plan, and Appendices) shall be recorded in the Orange County Clerk-Recorder’s Office, prior to close-out of grading and/or building permit. Educational Materials are not required to be included. 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PERFORATED PVC PIPEOVERFLOW DRAIN6-IN ABOVE FINISH GRADEOVERFLOW DRAIN6-IN ABOVE FINISH GRADEPLAN12" OF 34" WASHEDGRAVEL24" OF TOP SOILFILTER FABRICOVERFLOW DRAIN: 4" DIA.PVC PIPT WITH ATRIUMGATE INLET 6" ABOVEFINISH GRADELONGITUDINAL 4" DIA. PERFORATED PVCPIPE WRAPPED IN NON-WOVEN GEOTEXTILEMEMBRANE. CAPPED AT ENDS.PLACED OVER 1" GRAVEL LAYER.SECTIONPER PLANPER PLAN24"12"PER PLAN6"NONWOVEN GEOTEXTILEMEMBRANEBIO-FILTRATION PLANTER WITHOUT UNDERDRAINDETAILNOT TO SCALE11PER PLANPER PLANPER PLAN PER PLAN 6" DROPLONGITUDINAL 4" DIA. PERFORATED PVC PIPEBOTTOMLESS INLETBUBBLERBOTTOMLESS INLET BUBBLERPLAN12" OF 34" WASHEDGRAVEL24" OF TOP SOILFILTER FABRICBOTTOMLESS INLETPER DETAILLONGITUDINAL 4" DIA. PERFORATED PVCPIPE WRAPPED IN NON-WOVEN GEOTEXTILEMEMBRANE. CAPPED AT ENDS.PLACED OVER 1" GRAVEL LAYER.SECTIONPER PLANPER PLAN24"12"PER PLANEXIST PROPERTY LINEWALL3"REINFORCED CONCRETEWALLREINFORCED CONCRETEWALLREINFORCED CONCRETE WALLWITH WATERPROOF MEMBRANEALL AROUNDREINFORCED CONCRETE WALLWITH WATERPROOF MEMBRANEALL AROUND6"NONWOVEN GEOTEXTILEMEMBRANEBOTTOMLESS CATCH BASINDETAILNOT TO SCALE730-MIL IMPERMEABLE LINER(OR EQUIVALENT)PEDESTRIAN RATED GRATE18" SQUARE CONCRETE INLETCONTRACTOR TO DRILL 2 ROWSOF 2 X 2" DIA. WEEPHOLES12" 12" 34" WASHED GRAVEL24"INV. PER PLANINLET FROMSTORM DRAIN SYSTEMWQMP EXHIBITW1WQMP EXHIBITSCALE 1"= 5'PLANS PREPARED BY:SHEET NO.:APPROVED BYDATENO.REVISIONSPROJECT NO.:OWNER/SUBDIVIDER: COOP RESIDENCE408 VIA LIDO NORDNEWPORT BEACH,CA, 92663PROJECT ADDRESSEEXP. 3/31/21NO. C 83487ACIIVFETOCTSALA O RNI RIL F SI LINWA ECH OP D R FEREE UNAMGNENALINEISON GTSIGER 20194KEVIN & VICKI COOP408 VIA LIDO NORDNEWPORT BEACH,CA, 92663SCALE 1"= 5'10502.557.510BIO-FILTRATION PLANTER 152 SQ-FTBIO-FILTRATION PLANTER 227 SQ-FT18-IN SQUREBOTTOMLESS INLETPA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence Section VII North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Page 24 Section VII Educational Materials Refer to the Orange County Stormwater Program (ocwatersheds.com) for a library of materials available. Please only attach the educational materials specifically applicable to this project. Other materials specific to the project may be included as well and must be attached. Education Materials Residential Material (http://www.ocwatersheds.com) Check If Applicable Business Material (http://www.ocwatersheds.com) Check If Applicable The Ocean Begins at Your Front Door Tips for the Automotive Industry Tips for Car Wash Fund-raisers Tips for Using Concrete and Mortar Tips for the Home Mechanic Tips for the Food Service Industry Homeowners Guide for Sustainable Water Use Proper Maintenance Practices for Your Business Household Tips Other Material Check If Attached Proper Disposal of Household Hazardous Waste Recycle at Your Local Used Oil Collection Center (North County) Recycle at Your Local Used Oil Collection Center (Central County) Recycle at Your Local Used Oil Collection Center (South County) Tips for Maintaining a Septic Tank System Responsible Pest Control Sewer Spill Tips for the Home Improvement Projects Tips for Horse Care Tips for Landscaping and Gardening Tips for Pet Care Tips for Pool Maintenance Tips for Residential Pool, Landscape and Hardscape Drains Tips for Projects Using Paint PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Attachment A TGD Figures PA2020-259 ORAN G E C O U NT Y ORAN G E C O U N T Y RIVER SI D E C O U NT Y RIVER SI D E C O U N T Y ORANGE COUNTYORANGE COUNTYSAN BERNARDINO COUNTYSAN BERNARDINO COUNTYORANGE COUNTYORANGE COUNTYLOS ANGELES COUNTYLOS ANGELES COUNTYORANGE COUNTYORANGE COUNTYLOS ANGELES COUNTYLOS ANGELES COUNTY1.050.71 0.95 0.9 0.85 0.8 0.75 0.7 0.65 0.950.70.90.90.75P:\9526E\6-GIS\Mxds\Reports\InfiltrationFeasability_20110215\9526E_FigureXVI-1_RainfallZones_20110215.mxdFIGUREJOBTITLESCALE1" = 1.8 milesDESIGNEDDRAWINGCHECKEDBMP04/22/10DATEJOB NO.9526-ETHTHORANGE COUNTYTECHNICAL GUIDANCEDOCUMENTORANGE CO.CARAINFALL ZONESSUBJECT TO FURTHER REVISION03.67.21.8Miles06123KilometersLEGENDOrange County Precipitation Stations24 Hour, 85th Percentile Rainfall (Inches)24 Hour, 85th Percentile Rainfall (Inches) - ExtrapolatedCity BoundariesRainfall ZonesDesign Capture Storm Depth (inches)0.65"0.70.750.800.850.900.951.001.10"Note: Events defined as 24-hour periods (calendar days) with greater than 0.1 inches of rainfall. For areas outside of available data coverage, professional judgment shall be applied.XVI-1PA2020-259 P:\9526E\6-GIS\Mxds\SuceptabilityMaps_20100505\9526E_NewportBaySusceptibility_20100430.mxdRiverside County Santa Ana RiverWatershed Santa Ana RiverWatershed South OrangeCounty Anaheim Bay-Huntington HarborWatershed JohnWayneAirport Lower PetersCanyonRetarding Basin Hicks CanyonRetardingBasin SiphonReservoir Round CanyonRetardingBasin Bee CanyonRetardingBasin EastfootRetardingBasin Orchard EstatesRetention Basin Agua ChinonRetardingBasin VillagePond Park Sand CanyonReservoir San JoaquinReservoir LagunaReservoir Big CanyonReservoir BonitaCanyonReservoir BasinNumber 1 NorthLake SouthLake BasinNumber 2 El Modena-IrvineRetarding Basin HarborView Dam East HicksCanyonRetarding Basin RattlesnakeReservoir TrabucoRetardingBasin MarshburnRetardingBasin FIGURE 4JOBTITLESCALE1" = 12000'DESIGNEDDRAWINGCHECKEDBMP04/30/10DATEJOB NO.9526-ETHTHORANGE COUNTYWATERSHEDMASTER PLANNINGORANGE CO.CASUSCEPTIBILITY ANALYISNEWPORT BAY-NEWPORT COASTAL STREAMS0 9,000 18,000 Feet Susceptibility Potential Areas of Erosion, Habitat, &Physical Structure Susceptibility Channel Type Earth (Unstable) Earth (Stabilized) Stabilized Tidel Influence <= Mean High Water Line (4.28') Water Body Basin Dam Lake Reservoir Other Lands Airport/Military PRELIMINARY MAP – SUBJECT TO FURTHER REVISION SUSCEPTIBILITY MAP UPDATE (DEC 2012) PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Attachment B BMP Calculation Worksheets PA2020-259 Worksheets from Orange County Technical Guidance Document (12-20-2013) See TGD for instructions and/or examples related to these worksheets www.ocwatersheds.com/WQMP.aspx Worksheet C: Capture Efficiency Method for Volume-Based, Constant Drawdown BMPs Step 1: Determine the design capture storm depth used for calculating volume 1 Enter design capture storm depth from Figure III.1, d (inches)d=inches 2 Enter calculated drawdown time of the proposed BMP based on equation provided in applicable BMP Fact Sheet, T (hours) T=hours 3 Using Figure III.2, determine the "fraction of design capture storm depth" at which the BMP drawdown time (T) line achieves 80% capture efficiency, X1 X1= 4 Enter the effect depth of provided HSCs upstream, dHSC (inches) (Worksheet A)dHSC=inches 5 Enter capture efficiency corresponding to dHSC, Y2 (Worksheet A)Y2=% 6 Using Figure III.2, determine the fraction of "design capture storm depth" at which the drawdown time (T) achieves the equivalent of the upstream capture efficiency(Y2), X2 X2= 7 Calculate the fraction of design volume that must be provided by BMP, fraction = X1 - X2 fraction= 8 Calculate the resultant design capture storm depth (inches), dfraction= fraction × d dfraction=inches 9 SOC Only: When using this method for biofiltration sizing, check that the resulting volume in ponding plus pore spaces is at least 0.75× the remaining DCV (after accounting for upstream HSC/retention BMPs). (See Worksheet SOC-1) Y / N / NA Step 2: Calculate the DCV 1 Enter Project area tributary to BMP (s), A (acres)A=acres 2 Enter Project Imperviousness, imp (unitless)imp= 3 Calculate runoff coefficient, C= (0.75 x imp) + 0.15 C= 4 Calculate runoff volume, Vdesign= (C x drfraction x A x 43560 x (1/12))Vdesign=cu-ft Supporting Calculations Describe system: PA2020-259 Worksheets from Orange County Technical Guidance Document (12-20-2013) See TGD for instructions and/or examples related to these worksheets www.ocwatersheds.com/WQMP.aspx Worksheet C: Capture Efficiency Method for Volume-Based, Constant Drawdown BMPs Provide drawdown time calculations per applicable BMP Fact Sheet: Graphical Operations Provide supporting graphical operations. See Example III.6. PA2020-259 Worksheets from Orange County Technical Guidance Document (12-20-2013) See TGD for instructions and/or examples related to these worksheets www.ocwatersheds.com/WQMP.aspx Worksheet C: Capture Efficiency Method for Volume-Based, Constant Drawdown BMPs Step 1: Determine the design capture storm depth used for calculating volume 1 Enter design capture storm depth from Figure III.1, d (inches)d=inches 2 Enter calculated drawdown time of the proposed BMP based on equation provided in applicable BMP Fact Sheet, T (hours) T=hours 3 Using Figure III.2, determine the "fraction of design capture storm depth" at which the BMP drawdown time (T) line achieves 80% capture efficiency, X1 X1= 4 Enter the effect depth of provided HSCs upstream, dHSC (inches) (Worksheet A)dHSC=inches 5 Enter capture efficiency corresponding to dHSC, Y2 (Worksheet A)Y2=% 6 Using Figure III.2, determine the fraction of "design capture storm depth" at which the drawdown time (T) achieves the equivalent of the upstream capture efficiency(Y2), X2 X2= 7 Calculate the fraction of design volume that must be provided by BMP, fraction = X1 - X2 fraction= 8 Calculate the resultant design capture storm depth (inches), dfraction= fraction × d dfraction=inches 9 SOC Only: When using this method for biofiltration sizing, check that the resulting volume in ponding plus pore spaces is at least 0.75× the remaining DCV (after accounting for upstream HSC/retention BMPs). (See Worksheet SOC-1) Y / N / NA Step 2: Calculate the DCV 1 Enter Project area tributary to BMP (s), A (acres)A=acres 2 Enter Project Imperviousness, imp (unitless)imp= 3 Calculate runoff coefficient, C= (0.75 x imp) + 0.15 C= 4 Calculate runoff volume, Vdesign= (C x drfraction x A x 43560 x (1/12))Vdesign=cu-ft Supporting Calculations Describe system: PA2020-259 Worksheets from Orange County Technical Guidance Document (12-20-2013) See TGD for instructions and/or examples related to these worksheets www.ocwatersheds.com/WQMP.aspx Worksheet C: Capture Efficiency Method for Volume-Based, Constant Drawdown BMPs Provide drawdown time calculations per applicable BMP Fact Sheet: Graphical Operations Provide supporting graphical operations. See Example III.6. PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Attachment C Operation and Maintenance Plan PA2020-259 Error! Reference source not found. Attachment 4 INF-3 Bioretention Without Underdrain Activity Frequency GENERAL INSPECTIONS Remove trash and debris Four times per year during wet season, including inspection just before the wet season and within 24 hours after at least two storm events ≥ 0.5 inches. Repair eroded facility areas Inspect and maintain access roads Inspect and resolve areas of standing water Remove minor sediment in facility bottom Provide vector control if needed Identify any needed corrective maintenance that will require site-specific planning or design ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Vegetation Irrigate as recommended by a landscape professional, typically for the first 3 years to establish vegetation As needed Remove undesirable vegetation Four times per year during wet season, including inspection just before the wet season. Reseed or replant areas of thin or missing vegetation Annually Mulch Remove and replace mulch in areas where significant sediment (>1 inch) has accumulated Annually Add an additional 1-2 inches of mulch; replace any mulch that is removed Annually Media Layer Scarify media to promote infiltration while removing mulch Annually Replace top 3-6 inches of media layer and replace vegetation Estimated every 10 years (highly site specific) Replace full depth of media and replace vegetation Estimated every 30 years (highly site specific) Inflow, Underdrain and Outflow Structures PA2020-259 Error! Reference source not found. Attachment 4 INF-3 Bioretention Without Underdrain Activity Frequency Check energy dissipation function and add riprap Four times per year during wet season, including inspection just before the wet season. Inspect inlets and outlets and remove accumulated sediment Four times per year during wet season, including inspection just before the wet season. Flush underdrain As needed Repair structural damage to inlets, outlets, and underdrain As needed CORRECTIVE (MAJOR) MAINTENANCE For the adaptable configuration, utilize results of downtown observations to determine the need for adjustment of the outlet structure (i.e., uncapping closed underdrain) Based on twice-yearly drawdown observations following events 0.5 inch or larger Prepare documentation of issues and resolutions for review by appropriate parties; modify WQMP if needed. Before major maintenance Document major maintenance activities; record modified WQMP and as-built plan set if needed After major maintenance Take photographs before and after from the same vantage point Before and after PA2020-259 Error! Reference source not found. Attachment 4 INF-6 Underground Infiltration Activity Frequency GENERAL INSPECTIONS Inspect condition of pretreatment BMP to determine need for maintenance Four times per year during wet season, including inspection just before the wet season and within 24 hours after at least two storm events ≥ 0.5 inches. Inspect degree of sediment accumulation in storage reservoir, if possible Observe and record drawdown rate Identify any needed corrective maintenance that will require site-specific planning or design ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Pretreatment System Remove accumulated trash and debris Each visit; as needed Remove sediment from pretreatment system per manufacturer’s recommendations or when sediment storage volume is more than 50% full Per manufacturer recommendation, or as needed Storage Reservoir It is not typically practical to maintain the storage reservoir or infiltrating surface; plan for overall reconstruction when infiltration falls below the design infiltration rate Estimate frequency of clogging maintenance using guidance in Appendix E.4 of the TGD. If infiltration has declined and the system has the flexibility to be adapted to serve as a biotreatment BMP with partial infiltration (i.e., through use of a proprietary BMP as a pretreatment system), then adjust outlet to infiltrate a shallower depth of water and operate as biotreatment with partial infiltration system while infiltration rates allow. This can extend the period before rehabilitation is needed. As needed and acceptable. Inflow and Outflow Structures Inspect inlets and outlets and remove accumulated sediment Four times per year during wet season, including inspection just before the wet season. Repair structural damage to inlets and outlets As needed CORRECTIVE (MAJOR) MAINTENANCE PA2020-259 Error! Reference source not found. Attachment 4 INF-6 Underground Infiltration Activity Frequency Prepare documentation of issues and resolutions for review by appropriate parties; modify WQMP if needed. Before major maintenance Document major maintenance activities; record modified WQMP and as-built plan set if needed After major maintenance Take photographs before and after from the same vantage point Before and after PA2020-259 Error! Reference source not found. Attachment 4 BMP OPERATION & MAINTENANCE LOG 1365 NORTH SANTIAGO ST., SANTA ANA Today’s Date: Name of Person Performing Activity (Printed): Signature: BMP Name or Type (As Shown in O&M Plan) Brief Description of Operation, Maintenance, or Inspection Activity Performed Summary of Notable Observations or Outcomes from Activity PA2020-259 Priority Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) 408 Via Lido Nord Coop Residence North OC Priority WQMP Template August 17 2011 Attachment D Education Materials PA2020-259 Pet Waste• Pollution: Pet waste carries bacteria through our watersheds and eventually will be washed out to the ocean. This can pose a health risk to swimmers and surfers. • Solution: Pick up after your pets! Trash and Debris• Pollution: Trash and debris can enter waterways by wind, littering and careless maintenance of trash receptacles. Street sweeping collects some of this trash; however, much of what isn’t captured ends up in our storm drain system where it flows untreated out to the ocean. • Solution: Don’t litter and make sure trash containers are properly covered. It is far more expensive to clean up the litter and trash that ends up in our waterways than it is to prevent it in the first place. Come out to one of Orange Countys many locations for Coastal and Inner-Coastal Cleanup Day, which is held in September. Motor Oil / Vehicle Fluids• Pollution: Oil and petroleum products from our vehicles are toxic to people, wildlife and plants. • Solution: Fix any leaks from your vehicle and keep the maintenance up on your car. Use absorbent material such as cat litter on oil spills, then sweep it up and dispose of it in the trash. Recycle used motor oil at a local Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center. Low Impact Development, Water Conservation & Pollution Prevention The Ocean Begins at Your Front Door DID YOU KNOW? Homeowners Guide for Sustainable Water Use A TEAM EFFORT The Orange County Stormwater Program has teamed with the Municipal Water District of Orange County (MWDOC) and the University of California Cooperative Extension Program (UCCE) to develop this pamphlet. Low Impact Development (LID) and sustainable water use prevents water pollution and conserves water for drinking and reuse. Reducing your water use and the amount of water flowing from your home protects the environment and saves you mone . Thank you for making water protection a priority! For more information, please visit Orange County Stormwater Programwww.ocwatersheds.com/publiced/ Municipal Water District of Orange Countywww.mwdoc.com University of California Master Gardeners of Orange Countywww.uccemg.com UC Cooperative Extension OC Water Quality and Water Resourceswww.ucanr.org/sites/urbanwatermgmt/ Pesticides and Fertilizer • Pollution: The same pesticides that are designed to be toxic to pests can have an equally lethal impact on our marine life. The same fertilizer that promotes plant growth in lawns and gardens can also create nuisance algae blooms, which remove oxygen from the water and clog waterways when it decomposes. • Solution: Never use pesticides or fertilizer within 48 hours of an anticipated rainstorm. Use only as much as is directed on the label and keep it off driveways and sidewalks. Dirt and Sediment• Pollution: Dirt or sediment can impede the flow of thestormwater and negatively impact stream habitat as it travels through waterways and deposits downstream. Pollutants can attach to sediment, which can then be transported through our waterways. • Solution: Protect dirt stockpiles by covering them with tarps or secure plastic sheets to prevent wind or rain from allowing dirt or sediment to enter the storm drain system. Metals• Pollution: Metals and other toxins present in car wash water can harm important plankton, which forms the base of the aquatic food chain. • Solution: Take your car to a commercial car wash where the wash water is captured and treated at a local wastewater treatment plant. The Pollution SolutionSeveral residential activities can result in water pollution. Among these activities are car washing and hosing off driveways and sidewalks. Both activities can waste water and result in excess runoff. Water conservation methods described in this pamphlet can prevent considerable amounts of runoff and conserve water. By taking your car to a commercial car wash and by sweeping driveways and sidewalks, you can further prevent the transport of pollutants to Orange County waterways. Here are some of the common pollutants for which you can be part of the solution: To report a spill, call the Orange County 24-Hour Water Pollution Prevention Reporting Hotline at 1-877-89-SPILL \ (1-877-897-7455) Special Thanks toThe City of Los Angeles Stormwater Program for the use of its artwork The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California for the use of the California-Friendly Plant and Native Habitat photosDid you know that most of the pollution found in our waterways is not from a single source, but from a “non-point” source meaning the accumulation of pollution from residents and businesses throughout the community. PA2020-259 OPTIONS FOR RAINWATER HARVESTING AND REUSE Rainwater harvesting is a great way to save money, prevent pollution and reduce potable water use. To harvest your rainwater, simply redirect the runoff from roofs and downspouts to rain barrels. Rain gardens are another option; these reduce runoff as well as encourage infiltration Downspout Disconnection/RedirectionDisconnecting downspouts from pipes running to the gutter prevents runoff from transporting pollutants to the storm drain. Once disconnected, downspouts can be redirected to rain gardens or other vegetated areas, or be connected to a rain barrel. Rain BarrelsRain barrels capture rainwater flow from roofs for reuse inlandscape irrigation. Capacity of rain barrels needed for your home will depend on the amount of roof area and rainfall received. When purchasing your rain barrel, make sure it includes a screen, a spigot to siphon water for use, an overflow tube to allow for excesswater to run out and a connector if you wish to connect multiple barrels to add capacity of water storage. Mosquito growth prevention is very important when installing a rain barrel. The best way to prevent mosquito breeding is to eliminate entry points by ensuring all openings are sealed tightly. If these methods are unsuccessful, products are available to kill mosquito larvae, but that are harmless to animals and humans. Regular application of these products is essential. Please visit the Orange County Vector Control website for more information at www.ocvcd.org/mosquitoes3.php. Rain Gardens Rain gardens allow runoff to be directed from your roof downspout into a landscaped area. Vegetation and rocks in the garden will slow the flow of water to allow for infiltration intthe soil. Plants and soil particles will absorb pollutants from the roof runoff. By utilizing a native plant palate, rain gardens can be maintained all year with minimal additional irrigation. These plants are adapted to the semi-arid climate of Southern California, require less water and can reduce your water bill. Before modifying your yard to install a rain garden, please consult your local building and/or planning departments to ensure your garden plan follows pertinent building codes and ordinances. Besides codes and ordinances, some home owner associations also have guidelines for yard modifications. If your property is in hill areas or includes engineered slopes, please seek professional advice before proceeding with changes. RUNOFF, RAINWATER AND REUSE For information on how to disconnect a downspout or to install and maintain a rain barrel or rain garden at your home, please see the Los Angeles Rainwater Harvesting Program, A Homeowner’s “How-To” Guide, November 2009 at www.larainwaterharvesting.org/ Water runoff from sprinklers left on too long will carry pollutants into our waterways. Permeable pavement allows water runoff to infiltrate through the soil and prevents most pollutants from reaching the storm drain system. What is Low Impact Development (LID)? Low Impact Development (LID) is a method of development that seeks to maintain the natural hydrologic character of an area. LID provides a more sustainable and pollution-preventative approach to water management. New water quality regulations require implementation of LID in larger new developments and encourage implementation of LID and other sustainable practices in existing residential areas. Implementing modifications to your lawn or garden can reduce pollution in our environment, conserve water and reduce your water bill. Where Does Water Runoff Go? Stormwater, or water from rainfall events, and runoff from outdoor water use such as sprinklers and hoses flows from homes directly into catch basins and the storm drain system. After entering the storm drain, the water flows untreated into streams, rivers, bays and ultimately the Pacific Ocean. Runo f can come from lawns, gardens, driveways, sidewalks and roofs. As it flows over hard, impervious surfaces, it picks up pollutants. Some pollutants carried by the water runoff include trash, pet waste, pesticides, fertilizer, motor oil and more. Water Conservation Pollution not only impairs the water quality for habitat and recreation, it can also reduce the water available for reuse. Runoff allowed to soak into the ground is cleaned as it percolates through the soil, replenishing depleted groundwater supplies. Groundwater provides at least 50% of the total water for drinking and other indoor household activities in north and central Orange County. When land is covered with roads, parking lots, homes, etc., there is less land to take in the water and more hard surfaces over which the water can flo . In Orange County, 60-70% of water used by residents and businesses goes to irrigation and other outdoor uses. Reusing rainwater to irrigate our lawn not only reduces the impact of water pollution from runoff, but it also is a great way to conserve our precious water resources and replenish our groundwater basin. Permeable pavement allows water runoff to infiltrate through the soiland prevents most pollutants from reaching the storm drain system. OTHER WATER CONSERVATION AND POLLUTION PREVENTION TECHNIQUES Native Vegetation and Maintenance “California Friendly” plants or native vegetation can significantly reduce water use. These plants often require far less fertilizers and pesticides, which are two significant pollutants found in Orange County waterways. Replacing water “thirsty” plants and grass types with water efficient natives is a great way to save water and reduce the need for potentially harmful pesticides and fertilizer. Please see the California Friendly Garden Guide produced by the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California and associated Southern California Water Agencies for a catalog of California friendly plants and other garden resources at www.bewaterwise.com/Gardensoft. Weed Free Yards Weeds are water thieves. They often reproduce quickly and rob your yard of both water and nutrients. Weed your yard by hand if possible. If you use herbicides to control the weeds, use only the amount recommended on the label and never use it if rain is forecast within the next 48 hours. Soil Amendments Soil amendments such as green waste (e.g. grass clippings, compost, etc.) can be a significant source of nutrients and can help keep the soil near the roots of plants moist. However, they can cause algal booms if they get into our waterways, which reduces the amount of oxygen in the water and impacts most aquatic organisms. It is important to apply soil amendments more than 48 hours prior to predicted rainfall. IRRIGATE EFFICIENTLY Smart Irrigation Controllers Smart Irrigation Controllers have internal clocks as well as sensors that will turn off the sprinklers in response to environmental changes. If it is raining, too windy or too cold, the smart irrigation control sprinklers will automatically shut off. Check with your local water agency for available rebates on irrigation controllers and smart timers. • Aim your sprinklers at your lawn, not the sidewalk – By simply adjusting the direction of your sprinklers you can save water, prevent water pollution from runoff, keep your lawn healthy and save money. • Set a timer for your sprinklers – lawns absorb the water they need to stay healthy within a few minutes of turning on the sprinklers. Time your sprinklers; when water begins running off your lawn, you can turn them off. Your timer can be set to water your lawn for this duration every time. • Water at Sunrise – Watering early in the morning will reduce water loss due to evaporation. Additionally, winds tend to die down in the early morning so the water will get to the lawn as intended. • Water by hand – Instead of using sprinklers, consider watering your yard by hand. Hand-watering ensures that all plants get the proper amount of water and you will prevent any water runoff, which wastes water and carries pollutants into our waterways. • Fix leaks - Nationwide, households waste one trillion gallons of water a year to leaks – that is enough water to serve the entire state of Texas for a year. If your garden hose is leaking, replace the nylon or rubber hose washer and ensure a tight connection. Fix broken sprinklers immediately. PA2020-259 Do your part to prevent water pollution in our creeks, rivers, bays and ocean. Clean beaches and healthy creeks, rivers, bays, and ocean are important to Orange County. However, many common household activities can lead to water pollution if you’re not careful. Litter, oil, chemicals and other substances that are left on your yard or driveway can be blown or washed into storm drains that flow to the ocean. Over-watering your lawn and washing your car can also flush materials into the storm drains. Unlike water in sanitary sewers (from sinks and toilets), water in storm drains is not treated. You would never pour soap, fertilizers or oil into the ocean, so don’t let them enter streets, gutters or storm drains. Follow the easy tips in this brochure to help prevent water pollution.GENUINERECYCLEDPAPER 50% PRE-CONSUMERAND15% POST-CONSUMER REMEMBER THE WATER IN YOUR STORM DRAIN IS NOT TREATED BEFORE IT ENTERS OUR WATERWAYS The Ocean Begins at Your Front Door For more information, please call the Orange County Stormwater Program at 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455) or visit www.ocwatersheds.com To report a spill, call the Orange County 24-Hour Water Pollution Problem Reporting Hotline 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455). For emergencies, dial 911. The tips contained in this brochure provide useful information to help prevent water pollution while performing everyday household activities. If you have other suggestions, please contact your city’s stormwater representatives or call the Orange County Stormwater Program. Help Prevent Ocean Pollution: Household Tips PA2020-259 Gardening Activities �Follow directions on pesticides and fertilizers, (measure, do not estimate amounts) and do not use if rain is predicted within 48 hours. �Water your lawn and garden by hand to control the amount of water you use. Set irrigation systems to reflect seasonal water needs. If water flows off your yard and onto your driveway or sidewalk, your system is over-watering. �Mulch clippings or leave them on the lawn. If necessary, dispose in a green waste container. �Cultivate your garden often to control weeds. Washing and Maintaining Your Car �Take your car to a commercial car wash whenever possible. �Choose soaps, cleaners, or detergents labeled “non-toxic,” “phosphate free” or “biodegradable.” Vegetable and citrus- based products are typically safest for the environment, but even these should not be allowed into the storm drain. �Shake floor mats into a trash can or vacuum to clean. �Do not use acid-based wheel cleaners and “hose off” engine degreasers at home. They can be used at a commercial facility, which can properly process the washwater. �Do not dump washwater onto your driveway, sidewalk, street, gutter or storm drain.Excess washwater shouldbe disposed of in the sanitary sewers (through a sink, or toilet) or onto an absorbent surface like your lawn. �Use a nozzle to turn off water when not actively washing down automobile. �Monitor vehicles for leaks and place pans under leaks. Keep your car well maintained to stop and prevent leaks. �Use cat litter or other absorbents and sweep to remove any materials deposited by vehicles. Contain sweepings anddispose of at a HHWCC. �Perform automobile repair and maintenance under a covered area and use drip pans or plastic sheeting to keep spills and waste material from reaching storm drains. �Never pour oil or antifreeze in thestreet, gutter or storm drains. Recycle these substances at a service station, HHWCC, or used oil recycling center. For the nearest Used Oil Collection Center call 1-800-CLEANUP or visit www.ciwmb.ca.gov/UsedOil. Pollution Prevention Household Activities �Do not rinse spills with water!Sweep outdoor spills and dispose of in the trash. For wet spills like oil, apply cat litter or another absorbent material, then sweep and bring to a household hazardous waste collection center (HHWCC). �Securely cover trash cans. �Take household hazardous waste to a house- hold hazardous waste collection center. �Store household hazardous waste in closed, labeled containers inside or under a cover. �Do not hose down your driveway, sidewalk or patio. Sweep up debris and dispose of in trash. �Always pick up after your pet. Flush waste down the toilet or dispose of in the trash. �Bathe pets indoors or have them professionally groomed. Household Hazardous Wastes include: �Batteries �Paint thinners, paint strippers and removers �Adhesives �Drain openers �Oven cleaners �Wood and metal cleaners and polishes �Herbicides and pesticides �Fungicides/wood preservatives �Automotive fluids and products �Grease and rust solvents �Thermometers and other productscontaining mercury �Fluorescent lamps �Cathode ray tubes, e.g. TVs, computermonitors �Pool and spa chemicals For locations and hours of Household Hazardous Waste Collection Centers in Anaheim, Huntington Beach, Irvine and San Juan Capistrano, call (714)834-6752 or visit www.oclandfills.com. PA2020-259 Ayude a prevenir la contaminación del océano Do your part to prevent water pollution in our creeks, rivers, bays and ocean. Clean beaches and healthy creeks, rivers, bays and ocean are important to Orange County. However, not properly disposing of household hazardous waste can lead to water pollution. Batteries, electronics, paint, oil, gardening chemicals, cleaners and other hazardous materials cannot be thrown in the trash. They also must never be poured or thrown into yards, sidewalks, driveways, gutters or streets. Rain or other water could wash the materials into the storm drain and eventually into our waterways and the ocean. In addition, hazardous waste must not be poured in the sanitary sewers (sinks and toilets). For more information, please call the Orange County Stormwater Program at 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455) or visit www.ocwatersheds.com To Report Illegal Dumping of Household Hazardous Waste call 1-800-69-TOXIC To report a spill, call the Orange County 24-Hour Water Pollution Problem Reporting Hotline 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455). For emergencies, dial 911. ORANGE COUNTY Help Prevent Ocean Pollution: Proper Disposal ofHouseholdHazardous Waste The Ocean Begins atYour Front Door Printed on Recycled Paper NEVER DISPOSE OF HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE IN THE TRASH, STREET, GUTTER, STORM DRAIN OR SEWER. PA2020-259 Pollution Prevention Leftover household products that contain corrosive, toxic, ignitable, or reactive ingredients are considered to be “household hazardous waste” or “HHW.” HHW can be found throughout your home, including the bathroom, kitchen, laundry room and garage. Disposal of HHW down the drain, on the ground, into storm drains, or in the trash is illegal and unsafe. Proper disposal of HHW is actually easy. Simply drop them off at a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center (HHWCC) for free disposal and recycling. Many materials including anti-freeze, latex- based paint, motor oil and batteries can be recycled. Some centers have a “Stop & Swap” program that lets you take partially used home, garden, and automobile products free of charge. There are four HHWCCs in Orange County: Anaheim: ..................1071 N. Blue Gum St Huntington Beach: .........17121 Nichols St Irvine:............................ 6411 Oak Canyon San Juan Capistrano:... 32250 La Pata Ave Centers are open Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Centers are closed on rainy days and major holidays. For more information, call (714) 834-6752 or visit www.oclandfills.com. Common household hazardous wastes Batteries Paint and paint products Adhesives Drain openers Household cleaning products Wood and metal cleaners and polishes Pesticides Fungicides/wood preservatives Automotive products (antifreeze, motor oil, fluids) Grease and rust solvents Fluorescent lamps Mercury (thermometers & thermostats) All forms of electronic waste including computers and microwaves Pool & spa chemicals Cleaners Medications Propane (camping & BBQ) Mercury-containing lamps Television & monitors (CRTs, flatscreens) Tips for household hazardous waste Never dispose of HHW in the trash, street, gutter, storm drain or sewer. Keep these materials in closed, labeled containers and store materials indoors or under a cover. When possible, use non-hazardous products. Reuse products whenever possible or share with family and friends. Purchase only as much of a product as you’ll need. Empty containers may be disposed of in the trash. HHW can be harmful to humans, pets and the environment. Report emergencies to 911. WHEN POSSIBLE, USE NON-HAZARDOUS OR LESS-HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS. PA2020-259 Help Prevent Ocean Pollution: Recycle at Your Local Used Oil Collection Center NORTH COUNTY For more information, please call the Orange County Stormwater Program at 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455) or visit www.watersheds.com. For information about the proper disposal of household hazardous waste, call the Household Waste Hotline at (714) 834-6752 or visit www.oclandfills.com. For additional information about the nearest oil recycling center, call the Used Oil Program at 1-800-CLEANUP or visit www.cleanup.org. Did you know that just one quart of oil can pollute 250,000 gallons of water? A clean ocean and healthy creeks, rivers, bays and beaches are important to Orange County. However, not properly disposing of used oil can lead to water pollution. If you pour or drain oil onto driveways, sidewalks or streets, it can be washed into the storm drain. Unlike water in sanitary sewers (from sinks and toilets), water in storm drains is not treated before entering the ocean. Help prevent water pollution by taking your used oil to a used oil collection center. Included in this brochure is a list of locations that will accept up to five gallons of used motor oil at no cost. Many also accept used oil filters. Please contact the facility before delivering your used oil. This listing of companies is for your reference and does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement of the company. Please note that used oil filters may not be disposed of with regular household trash. They must be taken to a household hazardous waste collection or recycling center in Anaheim, Huntington Beach, Irvine or San Juan Capistrano. For information about these centers, visit www.oclandfills.com. Please do not mix your oil with other substances! The Ocean Begins at Your Front Door DTP113 Rev 8/03 printed on recycled paper PA2020-259 Used Oil Collection Centers This information was provided by the County of Orange Integrated Waste Management Department and the California Integrated Waste Management Board (CIWMB). Anaheim All Seasons Tire and Auto Center, Inc. 817 S Brookhurst St., Anaheim, CA 92804 (714)772-6090( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-03177 AutoZone #3317 423 N Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805 (714)776-0787( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-05263 AutoZone #5226 2145 W Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, CA 92801 (714)533-6599( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04604 Bedard Automotive 3601 E Miraloma Ave., Anaheim, CA 92806 (714)528-1380( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-02205 Classic Chevrolet 1001 Weir Canyon Rd., Anaheim, CA 92807 (714)283-5400( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-05223 Econo Lube N' Tune #4 3201 W Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, CA 92801 (714)821-0128( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-01485 EZ Lube Inc - Savi Ranch #43 985 N Weir Canyon Rd., Anaheim, CA 92807 (714)556-1312( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-06011 Firestone Store #71C7 1200 S Magnolia Ave., Anaheim, CA 92804 (949)598-5520( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-05743 Great Western Lube Express 125 N Brookhurst St., Anaheim, CA 92801 (714)254-1300( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-05542 HR Pro Auto Service Center 3180 W Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, CA 92801 (714)761-4343( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-05927 Ira Newman Automotive Services 1507 N State College Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92806 (714)635-2392( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-01482 Jiffy Lube #1028 2400 W Ball Rd., Anaheim, CA 92804 (714)761-5211( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-00870 Jiffy Lube #1903 2505 E Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, CA 92806 (714)772-4000( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-05511 Jiffy Lube #2340 2181 W Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, CA92801 (714)533-1000( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04647 Kragen Auto Parts #1303 1088 N State College Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92806 (714)956-7351( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-03438 Kragen Auto Parts #1399 2245 W Ball Rd., Anaheim, CA 92804 (714)490-1274( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04094 Kragen Auto Parts #1565 2072 Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, CA 92806 (714)502-6992( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04078 Kragen Auto Parts #1582 3420 W Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, CA 92801 (714)828-7977( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04103 Pep Boys #613 10912 Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA 92804 (714)638-0863( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-01756 Pep Boys #663 3030 W Lincoln Anaheim, CA 92801 (714)826-4810( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-03417 Pep Boys #809 8205 E Santa Ana Cyn Rd., Anaheim, CA 92808 (714)974-0105( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-03443 Pick Your Part 1235 S Beach Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92804 (714)527-1645( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-03744 PK Auto Performance 3106 W. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, CA 92801 (714)826-2141( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-05628 Quick Change Lube and Oil 2731 W Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, CA 92801 (714)821-4464( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04363 Saturn of Anaheim 1380 S Auto Center Dr.,Anaheim, CA 92806 (714)648-2444( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-06332 Sun Tech Auto Service 105 S State College Blvd., Anaheim, CA92806 (714)956-1389( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-06455 Vonic Truck Services 515 S Rose St., Anaheim, CA92805 (714)533-3333( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-01142 Anaheim Hills Anaheim Hills Car Wash & Lube 5810 E La Palma Ave., Anaheim Hills, CA 92807 (714)777-6605( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-01387 Brea Firestone Store #27A9 891 E Imperial Hwy., Brea, CA 92821 (714)529-8404( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-01221 Oil Can Henry's 230 N Brea Blvd., Brea, CA 92821 (714)990-1900( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04273 Buena Park Firestone Store #71F7 6011Orangethorpe Buena Park, CA 90620 (714)670-7912( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-01218 Firestone Store #71T8 8600 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, CA 90620 (714)827-5300( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-02121 Kragen Auto Parts #1204 5303 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, CA 90621 (714)994-1320( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-02623 Cypress AutoZone #5521 5471 Lincoln Ave., Cypress, CA 90630 (714)995-4644( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-00836 Big O Tires 6052 Cerritos Ave., Cypress, CA90630 (714)826-6334( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04245 Econo Lube N' Tune #213 5497 Cerritos Ave., Cypress, CA 90630 (714)761-0456( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-06240 Jiffy Lube #851 4942 Lincoln Ave., Cypress, CA90630 (626)965-9689( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-06182 M & NCoastline Auto & Tire Service 4005 Ball Rd., Cypress, CA 90630 (714)826-1001( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04387 Masterlube #103 5904 Lincoln Cypress, CA 90630 (714)826-2323( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-01071 Masterlube #104 5971 Ball Rd., Cypress, CA 90630 (714)220-1555( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04682 Metric Motors of Cypress 6042 Cerritos Ave., Cypress, CA 90630 (714)821-4702( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-05157 Fullerton AutoZone #2898 146 N. Raymond Ave., Fullerton, CA 92831 (714)870-9772( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04488 AutoZone #5522 1801 Orangethorpe W.Fullerton, CA92833 (714)870-8286( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-06062 AutoZone #5523 102 N Euclid Fullerton, CA 92832 (714)870-8286( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04755 EZ Lube #17 4002 N Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, CA 92835 (714)871-9980( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-03741 Firestone Store #27EH 1933 N Placentia Ave., Fullerton, CA 92831 (714)993-7100( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-02122 Fox Service Center 1018 W Orangethorpe Fullerton, CA 92833 (714)879-1430( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-02318 Fullerton CollegeAutomotive Technology 321 E Chapman Ave., Fullerton, CA 92832 (714)992-7275( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-03165 Kragen Auto Parts #0731 2978 Yorba Linda Fullerton, CA 92831 (714)996-4780( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-02628 Kragen Auto Parts #4133 904 W Orangethorpe Ave., Fullerton, CA 92832 (714)526-3570( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-06256 Pep Boys #642 1530 S Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, CA92832 (714)870-0700( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-01755 Sunnyside 76 Car Care Center 2701 N Brea Blvd., Fullerton, CA 92835 (714)256-0773( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-01381 Garden Grove 76 Pro Lube Plus 9001 Trask Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92844 (714)393-0590( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-05276 AutoZone #5527 13190 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, CA 92843 (714)636-5665( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04760 David Murray Shell 12571 Vly View St., Garden Grove, CA 92845 (714)898-0170( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-00547 Express Lube & Wash 8100 Lampson Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92841 (909)316-8261( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-06544 Firestone Store #7180 10081 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove, CA92840 (714)530-4630( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-01224 Firestone Store #71W3 13961 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, CA 92843 (714)590-2741( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-03690 Jiffy Lube #1991 13970 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, CA 92843 (714)554-0610( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-05400 Kragen Auto Parts #1251 13933 N Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, CA 92843 (714)554-3780( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-02663 Kragen Auto Parts #1555 9851 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92841 (714)741-8030( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04079 Nissan of Grarden Grove 9670 Trask Ave., Garden Grove, CA92884 (714)537-0900( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-06553 Toyota of Garden Grove 9444 Trask Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92844 (714)895-5595( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-06555 La Habra AutoZone #5532 1200 W Imperial Hwy., La Habra, CA 90631 (562)694-5337( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04784 Burch Ford 201 N Harbor Blvd., La Habra, CA 90631 (562)691-3225( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-05179 Firestone Store #2736 1071 S Beach Blvd., La Habra, CA 90631 (562)691-1731( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-01169 Kragen Auto Parts #1569 1621 W Whittier Blvd., La Habra, CA 90631 (562)905-2538( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04076 Pep Boys #997 125 W Imperial Hwy., La Habra, CA 90631 (714)447-0601( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04026 SpeeDee Oil Change & Tune-Up 1580 W Imperial Hwy., La Habra, CA 90631 (562)697-3513( ) Los Alamitos Jiffy Lube #1740 3311 Katella Ave., Los Alamitos, CA 90720 (562)596-1827( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-03529 Midway City Bolsa Transmission 8331 Bolsa Ave., Midway City, CA 92655 (714)799-6158( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-05768 Placentia Advanced Auto & Diesel 144 S Bradford Placentia, CA 92870 (714)996-8222( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-06242 Castner's Auto Service 214 S. Bradford Ave., Placentia, CA 92870 (714)528-1311( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-06452 Econo Lube N' Tune 100 W Chapman Ave., Placentia, CA92870 (714)524-0424( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-06454 Fairway Ford 1350 E Yorba Linda Blvd., Placentia, CA 92870 (714)524-1200( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-01863 Seal Beach M & NCoastline Auto & Tire Service 12239 Seal Beach Blvd., Seal Beach, CA 90740 (714)826-1001( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04433 Seal Beach Chevron 12541 Seal Beach Blvd., Seal Beach, CA90740 (949)495-0774(14 ) CIWMB#: 30-C-06425 Stanton AutoZone #2806 11320 Beach Blvd., Stanton, CA 90680 (714)895-7665( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04563 Joe's Auto Clinic 11763 Beach Blvd., Stanton, CA 90680 (714)891-7715( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-03253 Kragen Auto Parts #1742 11951 Beach Blvd., Stanton, CA 90680 (714)799-7574( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-05231 Scher Tire #20 7000 Katella Ave., Stanton, CA 90680 (714)892-9924( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-05907 USA 10 Minute Oil Change 8100 Lampson Ave., Stanton, CA 92841 (714)373-4432( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-05909 Westminster AutoZone #5543 6611 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, CA 92683 (714)898-2898( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04964 AutoZone #5544 8481 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, CA 92683 (714)891-3511( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04966 City of Westminster Corporate Yard 14381 Olive St., Westminster, CA 92683 (714)895-2876(292 ) CIWMB#: 30-C-02008 Honda World 13600 Beach Blvd., Westminster, CA 92683 (714)890-8900( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-03639 Jiffy Lube #1579 6011 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, CA 92683 (714)899-2727( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-02745 John's Brake & Auto Repair 13050 Hoover St., Westminster, CA 92683 (714)379-2088( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-05617 Kragen Auto Parts #0762 6562 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, CA 92683 (714)898-0810( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-02590 Midway City Sanitary District 14451 Cedarwood St., Westminster, CA 92683 (714)893-3553( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-01626 Pep Boys #653 15221 Beach Blvd., Westminster, CA 92683 (714)893-8544( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-03415 Yorba Linda AutoZone #5545 18528 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (714)970-8933( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04971 Econo Lube N' Tune 22270 La Palma Ave., Yorba Linda, CA 92887 (714)692-8394( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-06513 EZ Lube Inc.#41 17511 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (714)556-1312( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-05739 Firestone Store #27T3 18500 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (714)779-1966( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-01222 Jiffy Lube #1532 16751 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (714)528-2800( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-03777 Mike Schultz Import Service 4832 Eureka Ave., Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (714)528-4411( ) CIWMB#: 30-C-04313 PA2020-259 Clean beaches and healthy creeks, rivers, bays and ocean are important to Orange County. However, many common activities such as pest control can lead to water pollution if you’re not careful. Pesticide treatments must be planned and applied properly to ensure that pesticides do not enter the street, gutter or storm drain. Unlike water in sanitary sewers (from sinks and toilets), water in storm drains is not treated before entering our waterways. You would never dump pesticides into the ocean, so don’t let it enter the storm drains. Pesticides can cause significant damage to our environment if used improperly. If you are thinking of using a pesticide to control a pest, there are some important things to consider. For more information, please call University of California Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners at (714) 708-1646 or visit these Web sites: www.uccemg.org www.ipm.ucdavis.edu For instructions on collecting a specimen sample visit the Orange County Agriculture Commissioner’s website at: http://www.ocagcomm.com/ser_lab.asp To report a spill, call the Orange County 24-Hour Water Pollution Problem Reporting Hotline at 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455). For emergencies, dial 911. Information From: Cheryl Wilen, Area IPM Advisor; Darren Haver, Watershed Management Advisor; Mary Louise Flint, IPM Education and Publication Director; Pamela M. Geisel, Environmental Horticulture Advisor; Carolyn L. Unruh, University of California Cooperative Extension staff writer. Photos courtesy of the UC Statewide IPM Program and Darren Haver. Funding for this brochure has been provided in full or in part through an agreement with the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) pursuant to the Costa-Machado Water Act of 2000 (Prop. 13). Help Prevent Ocean Pollution: The Ocean Beginsat Your Front Door Responsible Pest Control Printed on Recycled Paper PA2020-259 Key Steps to Follow: Step 1: Correctly identify the pest (insect, weed, rodent, or disease) and verify that it is actually causing the problem. This is important because beneficial insects are often mistaken for pests and sprayed with pesticides needlessly. Consult with a Certified Nursery Professional at a local nursery or garden center or send a sample of the pest to the Orange County Agricultural Commissioner’s Office. Determine if the pest is still present – even though you see damage, the pest may have left. Step 2: Determine how many pests are present and causing damage. Small pest populations may be controlled more safely using non- pesticide techniques. These include removing food sources, washing off leaves with a strong stream of water, blocking entry into the home using caulking and replacing problem plants with ones less susceptible to pests. Step 3: If a pesticide must be used, choose the least toxic chemical. Obtain information on the least toxic pesticides that are effective at controlling the target pest from the UC Statewide Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Program’s Web site at www.ipm.ucdavis.edu. Seek out the assistance of a Certified Nursery Professional at a local nursery or garden center when selecting a pesticide. Purchase the smallest amount of pesticide available. Apply the pesticide to the pest during its most vulnerable life stage. This information can be found on the pesticide label. Step 4: Wear appropriate protective clothing. Follow pesticide labels regarding specific types of protective equipment you should wear. Protective clothing should always be washed separately from other clothing. Step 5: Continuously monitor external conditions when applying pesticides such as weather, irrigation, and the presence of children and animals. Never apply pesticides when rain is predicted within the next 48 hours. Also, do not water after applying pesticides unless the directions say it is necessary. Apply pesticides when the air is still; breezy conditions may cause the spray or dust to drift away from your targeted area. In case of an emergency call 911 and/or the regional poison control number at (714) 634-5988 or (800) 544-4404 (CA only). For general questions you may also visit www.calpoison.org. Step 6: In the event of accidental spills, sweep up or use an absorbent agent to remove any excess pesticides. Avoid the use of water. Be prepared. Have a broom, dust pan, or dry absorbent material, such as cat litter, newspapers or paper towels, ready to assist in cleaning up spills. Contain and clean up the spill right away. Place contaminated materials in a doubled plastic bag. All materials used to clean up the spill should be properly disposed of according to your local Household Hazardous Waste Disposal site. Step 7: Properly store and dispose of unused pesticides. Purchase Ready-To- Use (RTU) products to avoid storing large concentrated quantities of pesticides. Store unused chemicals in a locked cabinet. Unused pesticide chemicals may be disposed of at a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center. Empty pesticide containers should be triple rinsed prior to disposing of them in the trash. Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center(714) 834-6752www.oclandfills.com Integrated Pest Management (IPM) usually combines several least toxic pest control methods for long-term prevention and management of pest problems without harming you, your family, or the environment. Three life stages of the common lady beetle, a beneficial insect. Tips for Pest ControlPA2020-259 Who is H2OC? H2OC is YOU! H2OC is also a cooperative stormwater program which includes all 34 cities in Orange County, the County of Orange, and Orange County Flood Control District. Clean and healthy beaches, creeks, rivers, bays, wetlands, and ocean are important to Orange County. H2OC provides resources to residents and businesses to prevent water pollution and encourage personal action by working with communities to prevent polluted runoff from entering our waterways. Join us at H2OC.org to learn more about how you can protect local waterways and be the solution to runoff pollution! What Common Pollutants are Found in Runoff? Common runoff pollutants include trash, pet waste, yard debris, fertilizer, pesticides, engine oil, paint, home solvents, and detergents. Continue reading to learn how these pollutants affect our water resources and what you can do to help. POLLUTANTS FROM RUNOFF OCEAN stormdrainchannel rain,hoses& sprinklers pet waste fertilizers paint engine oil home solvents detergents trashyard debris pesticides curbs/gutters yard draindrain inlet POLLUTANTS FROM RUNOFF OCEAN stormdrainchannel rain,hoses& sprinklers pet waste fertilizers paint engine oil home solvents detergents trashyard debris pesticides curbs/gutters yard draindrain inlet Visit H2OC.org to learn more about runoff, water pollution, and what you can do to protect our water resources! Contact 24-Hour Pollution Reporting Hotline: (877) 89-SPILL (77455) 24-Hour Reporting Website: myOCeServices.ocgov.com *For more information on household hazardous waste centers go to www.oclandfills.com/hazardous or call (714) 834-4000 **UCCE Master Gardeners: ucceocmghotline@ucanr.edu mgorange.ucanr.edu/Gardening_Hotline/ you are theSOLUTIONTO runoff POLLUTION drain inletcurbs/gutters yard drain PA2020-259 If trash such as cigarette butts, straws, cups, and other debris enter our waterways, it can create water flow problems and contaminate aquatic habitats. Always properly dispose of waste and recyclables and secure your trash can lid to prevent trash from being released into the environment. What is Runoff? Runoff is water from rain and outdoor water use that drains from roofs, driveways, sidewalks, and other surfaces, which does not soak into the ground. As runoff flows over surfaces it will pick up and carry pollutants it encounters, many of which come from waste we produce or mishandle. In Orange County, runoff is captured by storm drains where it flows untreated to the ocean. Water that flows into storm drains is NOT TREATED Runoff from homes and businesses may contain pollutants that have harmful effects on downstream creeks, rivers, bays, and ocean. Unlike household sewage, this water is not treated and can negatively impact recreational use, wildlife habitat, and even human health. If engine oil enters our waterways, aquatic animals and plants can be negatively affected. It is important to repair leaking vehicles as soon as possible. Clean affected areas utilizing absorbents available at auto and home supply stores. Be sure to follow manufacturer’s directions for proper use and disposal of absorbent. Used engine oil can be disposed at a Household Hazardous Waste Center (HHWC*) or where oil was purchased. If yard debris reaches local waterways, it can obstruct stormwater flow, clog storm drains, and cause other problems like flooding and erosion. Be sure to collect all debris when doing yard work and properly dispose of it in a green waste bin, or better yet, compost it. If improperly applied, fertilizers can enter our waterways and cause ecological problems. For proper application, follow the manufacturer’s instructions and stop applying fertilizers 48 hours before a forecasted rain event. If pesticides, which include herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and rodenticides, enter our waterways, they can be dangerous to human health and aquatic life. Be sure to limit pesticide use by using nonchemical methods or least-toxic pesticides whenever possible and contact the University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Master Gardeners** with any questions. To properly apply pesticides, follow the manufacturer’s instructions and stop applying 48 hours before a forecasted rain event. If phosphorus from detergents enters our waterways, it can cause ecological problems, including fish kills. Additionally, detergents can remove the protective mucous layer from fish, leaving them susceptible to disease. When using detergents for outdoor cleaning projects, do not allow wash water to reach the storm drain system. Many common household cleaning products contain harmful chemicals which are toxic and volatile. If not used and disposed of properly, these chemicals enter our waterways and pose a threat to both human and aquatic life. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions and dispose of the material at your local HHWC*. ENGINE OIL Paints, and related materials, contain a wide range of chemicals. These products should never be put in storm drains, sewers or septic systems. Instead, dispose of unused paint at your local HHWC*. PAINT HOME SOLVENTS PESTICIDESFERTILIZERPet waste is a threat to human and environmental health because it contains harmful bacteria and pathogens. Being a responsible pet owner means picking up after your pet on walks and in your yard, especially before it rains. PET WASTE YARD DEBRIS DETERGENTS TRASH PA2020-259 For More Information Aliso Viejo (949) 425-2535 Anaheim Public Works Operations (714) 765-6860 Brea Engineering (714) 990-7666 Buena Park Public Works (714) 562-3655 Costa Mesa Public Services (714) 754-5323 Cypress Public Works (714) 229-6740 Dana Point Public Works (949) 248-3584 Fountain Valley Public Works (714) 593-4441 Fullerton Engineering Dept (714) 738-6853 Garden Grove Public Works (714) 741-5956 Huntington Beach Public Works (714) 536-5431 Irvine Public Works (949) 724-6315 La Habra Public Services (562) 905-9792 La Palma Public Works (714) 690-3310 Laguna Beach Water Quality (949) 497-0378 Laguna Hills Public Services (949) 707-2650 Laguna Niguel Public Works (949) 362-4337 Laguna Woods Public Works (949) 639-0500 Lake Forest Public Works (949) 461-3480 Los Alamitos Community Dev (562) 431-3538 Mission Viejo Public Works (949) 470-3056 Newport Beach, Code & Water Quality Enforcement (949) 644-3215 Orange Public Works (714) 532-6480 Placentia Public Works (714) 993-8245 Rancho Santa Margarita (949) 635-1800 San Clemente Environmental Programs (949) 361-6143 San Juan Capistrano Engineering (949) 234-4413 Santa Ana Public Works (714) 647-3380 Seal Beach Engineering (562) 431-2527 x317 Stanton Public Works (714) 379-9222 x204 Tustin Public Works/Engineering (714) 573-3150 Villa Park Engineering (714) 998-1500 Westminster Public Works/Engineering (714) 898-3311 x446 Yorba Linda Engineering (714) 961-7138 Orange County Stormwater Program (877) 897-7455 Orange County 24-Hour Water Pollution Problem Reporting Hotline 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455) On-line Water Pollution Problem Reporting Form w w w o c w a t e r s h e d s c o m The Ocean Begins at Your Front Door California Environmental Protection Agency www calepa ca gov • Air Resources Board www arb ca gov • Department of Pesticide Regulation www cdpr ca gov • Department of Toxic Substances Control www dtsc ca gov • Integrated Waste Management Board www ciwmb ca gov • Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment www oehha ca gov • State Water Resources Control Board www waterboards ca gov Earth 911 - Community-Specific Environmental Information 1-800-cleanup or visit www 1800cleanup org Health Care Agency’s Ocean and Bay Water Closure and Posting Hotline (714) 433-6400 or visit www ocbeachinfo com Integrated Waste Management Dept. of Orange County (714) 834-6752 or visit www oclandfills com for information on household hazardous waste collection centers, recycling centers and solid waste collection O.C. Agriculture Commissioner (714) 447-7100 or visit www ocagcomm com Stormwater Best Management Practice Handbook Visit www cabmphandbooks com UC Master Gardener Hotline (714) 708-1646 or visit www uccemg com Did You Know? Most people believe that the largest source of water pollution in urban areas comes from specific sources such as factories and sewage treatment plants In fact, the largest source of water pollution comes from city streets, neighborhoods, construction sites and parking lots This type of pollution is sometimes called “non-point source” pollution There are two types of non-point source pollution: stormwater and urban runoff pollution Stormwater runoff results from rainfall When rainstorms cause large volumes of water to rinse the urban landscape, picking up pollutants along the way Urban runoff can happen any time of the year when excessive water use from irrigation, vehicle washing and other sources carries trash, lawn clippings and other urban pollutants into storm drains Where Does It Go? Anything we use outside homes, vehicles and businesses – like motor oil, paint, pesticides, fertilizers and cleaners – can be blown or washed into storm drains A little water from a garden hose or rain can also send materials into storm drains Storm drains are separate from our sanitary sewer systems; unlike water in sanitary sewers (from sinks or toilets), water in storm drains is not treated before entering our waterways Printed on Recycled Paper The Orange County Stormwater Program has created and moderates an electronic mailing list to facilitate communications, take questions and exchange ideas among its users about issues and topics related to stormwater and urban runoff and the implementation of program elements To join the list, please send an email to ocstormwaterinfo-join@list ocwatersheds com Orange County Stormwater Program Even if you live miles from the Pacific Ocean, you may be unknowingly polluting it.Sources of Non-Point Source Pollution Automotive leaks and spills Improper disposal of used oil and other engine fluids Metals found in vehicle exhaust, weathered paint, rust, metal plating and tires Pesticides and fertilizers from lawns, gardens and farms Improper disposal of cleaners, paint and paint removers Soil erosion and dust debris from landscape and construction activities Litter, lawn clippings, animal waste, and other organic matter Oil stains on parking lots and paved surfaces The Effect on the OceanNon-point source pollution can have a serious impact on water quality in Orange County Pollutants from the storm drain system can harm marine life as well as coastal and wetland habitats They can also degrade recreation areas such as beaches, harbors and bays Stormwater quality management programs have been developed throughout Orange County to educate and encourage the public to protect water quality, monitor runoff in the storm drain system, investigate illegal dumping and maintain storm drains Support from Orange County residents and businesses is needed to improve water quality and reduce urban runoff pollution Proper use and disposal of materials will help stop pollution before it reaches the storm drain and the ocean Dumping one quart of motor oil into a storm drain can contaminate 250,000 gallons of water. PA2020-259 Follow these simple steps to help reduce water pollution: Household Activities Do not rinse spills with water Use dry cleanup methods such as applying cat litter or another absorbent material, sweep and dispose of in the trash Take items such as used or excess batteries, oven cleaners, automotive fluids, painting products and cathode ray tubes, like TVs and computer monitors, to a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center (HHWCC) For a HHWCC near you call (714) 834-6752 or visit www oclandfills com Do not hose down your driveway, sidewalk or patio to the street, gutter or storm drain Sweep up debris and dispose of it in the trash Automotive Take your vehicle to a commercial car wash whenever possible If you wash your vehicle at home, choose soaps, cleaners, or detergents labeled non-toxic, phosphate- free or biodegradable Vegetable and citrus-based products are typically safest for the environment Do not allow washwater from vehicle washing to drain into the street, gutter or storm drain Excess washwater should be disposed of in the sanitary sewer (through a sink or toilet) or onto an absorbent surface like your lawn Monitor your vehicles for leaks and place a pan under leaks Keep your vehicles well maintained to stop and prevent leaks Never pour oil or antifreeze in the street, gutter or storm drain Recycle these substances at a service station, a waste oil collection center or used oil recycling center For the nearest Used Oil Collection Center call 1-800-CLEANUP or visit www 1800cleanup org Never allow pollutants to enter the street, gutter or storm drain! Lawn and Garden Pet and animal waste Pesticides Clippings, leaves and soil Fertilizer Common Pollutants Automobile Oil and grease Radiator fluids and antifreeze Cleaning chemicals Brake pad dust Home Maintenance Detergents, cleaners and solvents Oil and latex paint Swimming pool chemicals Outdoor trash and litter The Ocean Begins at Your Front Door Trash Place trash and litter that cannot be recycled in securely covered trash cans Whenever possible, buy recycled products Remember: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Pet Care Always pick up after your pet Flush waste down the toilet or dispose of it in the trash Pet waste, if left outdoors, can wash into the street, gutter or storm drain If possible, bathe your pets indoors If you must bathe your pet outside, wash it on your lawn or another absorbent/permeable surface to keep the washwater from entering the street, gutter or storm drain Follow directions for use of pet care products and dispose of any unused products at a HHWCC Pool Maintenance Pool and spa water must be dechlorinated and free of excess acid, alkali or color to be allowed in the street, gutter or storm drain When it is not raining, drain dechlorinated pool and spa water directly into the sanitary sewer Some cities may have ordinances that do not allow pool water to be disposed of in the storm drain Check with your city Landscape and Gardening Do not over-water Water your lawn and garden by hand to control the amount of water you use or set irrigation systems to reflect seasonal water needs If water flows off your yard onto your driveway or sidewalk, your system is over-watering Periodically inspect and fix leaks and misdirected sprinklers Do not rake or blow leaves, clippings or pruning waste into the street, gutter or storm drain Instead, dispose of waste by composting, hauling it to a permitted landfill, or as green waste through your city’s recycling program Follow directions on pesticides and fertilizer, (measure, do not estimate amounts) and do not use if rain is predicted within 48 hours Take unwanted pesticides to a HHWCC to be recycled For locations and hours of HHWCC, call (714) 834-6752 or visit www oclandfills com PA2020-259 Help Prevent Ocean Pollution: For more information, please call the Orange County Stormwater Program at 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455) or visit www.ocwatersheds.com To report a spill, call the Orange County 24-Hour Water Pollution Problem Reporting Hotline at 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455). For emergencies, dial 911. The tips contained in this brochure provide useful information to help prevent water pollution while performing home improvement projects. If you have other suggestions, please contact your city’s stormwater representatives or call the Orange County Stormwater Program. Clean beaches and healthy creeks, rivers, bays and ocean are important to Orange County. However, many common activities can lead to water pollution if you’re not careful. Home improvement projects and work sites must be maintained to ensure that building materials do not enter the street, gutter or storm drain. Unlike water in sanitary sewers (from sinks and toilets), water in storm drains is not treated before entering our waterways. You would never dump building materials into the ocean, so don’t let them enter the storm drains. Follow these tips to help prevent water pollution. Printed on Recycled Paper PA2020-259 Tips for Pool Maintenance When permanently removing large quantities of soil, a disposal location must be found prior to excavation. Numerous businesses are available to handle disposal needs. For disposal options, visit www.ciwmb.ca.gov/SWIS. Prevent erosion by planting fast-growing annual and perennial grasses. They will shield and bind the soil. Recycle Use a construction and demolition recycling company to recycle lumber, paper, cardboard, metals, masonry (bricks, concrete, etc.), carpet, plastic, pipes (plastic, metal and clay), drywall, rocks, dirt and green waste. For a listing of construction and demolition recycling locations in your area, visit www.ciwmb.ca.gov/recycle. Spills Clean up spills immediately by using an absorbent material such as cat litter, then sweep it up and dispose of it in the trash. Immediately report spills that have entered the street, gutter or storm drain to the County’s 24-Hour Water Pollution Problem Reporting Hotline at 1-877-897-7455 or visit www.ocwatersheds.com to fill out an incident reporting form. Home improvement projects can cause significant damage to the environment. Whether you hire a contractor or work on the house yourself, it is important to follow these simple tips while renovating, remodeling or improving your home: General Construction Schedule projects for dry weather. Keep all construction debris away from the street, gutter and storm drain. Store materials under cover with temporary roofs or plastic sheets to eliminate or reduce the possibility that rainfall, runoff or wind will carry materials from the project site to the street, storm drain or adjacent properties. Building Materials Never hose materials into a street, gutter or storm drain. Exposed piles of construction material should not be stored on the street or sidewalk. Minimize waste by ordering only the amount of materials needed to complete the job. Do not mix more fresh concrete than is needed for each project. Wash concrete mixers and equipment in a designated washout area where the water can flow into a containment area or onto dirt. Dispose of small amounts of dry excess materials in the trash. Powdery waste, such as dry concrete, must be properly contained within a box or bag prior to disposal. Call your local trash hauler for weight and size limits. Paint Measure the room or object to be painted, then buy only the amount needed. Place the lid on firmly and store the paint can upside- down in a dry location away from the elements. Tools such as brushes, buckets and rags should never be washed where excess water can drain into the street, gutter or storm drain. All tools should be rinsed in a sink connected to the sanitary sewer. When disposing of paint, never put wet paint in the trash. Dispose of water-based paint by removing the lid and letting it dry in the can. Large amounts must be taken to a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center (HHWCC). Oil-based paint is a household hazardous waste. All leftover paint should be taken to a HHWCC. For HHWCC locations and hours, call (714) 834-6752 or visit www.oclandfills.com. Erosion Control Schedule grading and excavation projects for dry weather. When temporarily removing soil, pile it in a contained, covered area where it cannot spill into the street, or obtain the required temporary encroachment or street closure permit and follow the conditions instructed by the permit. Tips for Home Improvement ProjectsPA2020-259 For more information, please call the Orange County Stormwater Program at 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455) or visit www.ocwatersheds.com UCCE Master Gardener Hotline: (714) 708-1646 To report a spill, call the Orange County 24-Hour Water Pollution Problem Reporting Hotline 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455). For emergencies, dial 911. The tips contained in this brochure provide useful information to help prevent water pollution while landscaping or gardening. If you have other suggestions, please contact your city’s stormwater representatives or call the Orange County Stormwater Program. C lean beaches and healthy creeks, rivers, bays and ocean are important to Orange County. However, many common activities can lead to water pollution if you’re not careful. Fertilizers, pesticides and other chemicals that are left on yards or driveways can be blown or washed into storm drains that flow to the ocean. Overwatering lawns can also send materials into storm drains. Unlike water in sanitary sewers (from sinks and toilets), water in storm drains is not treated before entering our waterways. You would never pour gardening products into the ocean, so don’t let them enter the storm drains. Follow these easy tips to help prevent water pollution. Printed on Recycled Paper PA2020-259 Tips for Landscape and GardeningTips for Landscape & Gardening Never allow gardening products or polluted water to enter the street, gutter or storm drain. General Landscaping Tips Protect stockpiles and materials from wind and rain by storing them under tarps or secured plastic sheeting. Prevent erosion of slopes by planting fast-growing, dense ground covering plants. These will shield and bind the soil. Plant native vegetation to reduce the amount of water, fertilizers, and pesticide applied to the landscape. Never apply pesticides or fertilizers when rain is predicted within the next 48 hours. Garden & Lawn Maintenance Do not overwater. Use irrigation practices such as drip irrigation, soaker hoses or micro spray systems. Periodically inspect and fix leaks and misdirected sprinklers. Do not rake or blow leaves, clippings or pruning waste into the street, gutter or storm drain. Instead, dispose of green waste by composting, hauling it to a permitted landfill, or recycling it through your city’s program. Use slow-release fertilizers to minimize leaching, and use organic fertilizers. Read labels and use only as directed. Do not over-apply pesticides or fertilizers. Apply to spots as needed, rather than blanketing an entire area. Store pesticides, fertilizers and other chemicals in a dry covered area to prevent exposure that may result in the deterioration of containers and packaging. Rinse empty pesticide containers and re-use rinse water as you would use the product. Do not dump rinse water down storm drains. Dispose of empty containers in the trash. When available, use non-toxic alternatives to traditional pesticides, and use pesticides specifically designed to control the pest you are targeting. For more information, visit www.ipm.ucdavis.edu. If fertilizer is spilled, sweep up the spill before irrigating. If the spill is liquid, apply an absorbent material such as cat litter, and then sweep it up and dispose of it in the trash. Take unwanted pesticides to a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center to be recycled. Locations are provided below. Household Hazardous Waste Collection Centers Anaheim: 1071 N. Blue Gum St. Huntington Beach: 17121 Nichols St. Irvine: 6411 Oak Canyon San Juan Capistrano: 32250 La Pata Ave. For more information, call (714) 834-6752 or visit www.oclandfills.com PA2020-259 For more information, please call the Orange County Stormwater Program at 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455) or visit www.ocwatersheds.com To report a spill, call the Orange County 24-Hour Water Pollution Problem Reporting Hotline at 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455). For emergencies, dial 911. The tips contained in this brochure provide useful information to help prevent water pollution while using, storing and disposing of paint. If you have other suggestions, please contact your city’s stormwater representatives or call the Orange County Stormwater Program. Clean beaches and healthy creeks, rivers, bays and ocean are important to Orange County. However, many common activities such as painting can lead to water pollution if you’re not careful. Paint must be used, stored and disposed of properly to ensure that it does not enter the street, gutter or storm drain. Unlike water in sanitary sewers (from sinks and toilets), water in storm drains is not treated before entering our waterways. You would never dump paint into the ocean, so don’t let it enter the storm drains. Follow these easy tips to help prevent water pollution. Printed on Recycled Paper PA2020-259 Tips for Pool Maintenance Paint can cause significant damage to our environment. Whether you hire a contractor or do it yourself, it is important to follow these simple tips when purchasing, using, cleaning, storing and disposing of paint. Purchasing Paint Measure the room or object to be painted, then buy only the amount needed. Whenever possible, use water-based paint since it usually does not require hazardous solvents such as paint thinner for cleanup. Painting Use only one brush or roller per color of paint to reduce the amount of water needed for cleaning. Place open paint containers or trays on a stable surface and in a position that is unlikely to spill. Always use a tarp under the area or object being painted to collect paint drips and contain spills. Cleaning Never clean brushes or rinse paint containers in the street, gutter or storm drain. For oil-based products, use as much of the paint on the brushes as possible. Clean brushes with thinner. To reuse thinner, pour it through a fine filter (e.g. nylon, metal gauze or filter paper) to remove solids such as leftover traces of paint. For water-based products, use as much of the paint on the brushes as possible, then rinse in the sink. Collect all paint chips and dust. Chips and dust from marine paints or paints containing lead, mercury or tributyl tin are hazardous waste. Sweep up and dispose of at a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center (HHWCC). Storing Paint Store paint in a dry location away from the elements. Store leftover water-based paint, oil-based paint and solvents separately in original or clearly marked containers. Avoid storing paint cans directly on cement floors. The bottom of the can will rust much faster on cement. Place the lid on firmly and store the paint can upside- down to prevent air from entering. This will keep the paint usable longer. Oil-based paint is usable for up to 15 years. Water-based paint remains usable for up to 10 years. Alternatives to Disposal Use excess paint to apply another coat, for touch-ups, or to paint a closet, garage, basement or attic. Give extra paint to friends or family. Extra paint can also be donated to a local theatre group, low-income housing program or school. Take extra paint to an exchange program such as the “Stop & Swap” that allows you to drop off or pick up partially used home care products free of charge. “Stop & Swap” programs are available at most HHWCCs. For HHWCC locations and hours, call 1-877-897-7455 or visit www.oclandfills.com. Disposing of Paint Never put wet paint in the trash. For water-based paint: If possible, brush the leftover paint on cardboard or newspaper. Otherwise, allow the paint to dry in the can with the lid off in a well-ventilated area protected from the elements, children and pets. Stirring the paint every few days will speed up the drying. Large quantities of extra paint should be taken to a HHWCC. Once dried, paint and painted surfaces may be disposed of in the trash. When setting a dried paint can out for trash collection, leave the lid off so the collector will see that the paint has dried. For oil-based paint: Oil-based paint is a household hazardous waste. All leftover paint should be taken to a HHWCC. Aerosol paint: Dispose of aerosol paint cans at a HHWCC. Spills Never hose down pavement or other impermeable surfaces where paint has spilled. Clean up spills immediately by using an absorbent material such as cat litter. Cat litter used to clean water-based paint spills can be disposed of in the trash. When cleaning oil-based paint spills with cat litter, it must be taken to a HHWCC. Immediately report spills that have entered the street, gutter or storm drain to the County’s 24-Hour Water Pollution Problem Reporting Hotline at 1-877-897-7455 or visit www.ocwatersheds.com to fill out an incident reporting form. Tips for Projects Using PaintPA2020-259 Help Prevent Ocean Pollution: For more information, please call the Orange County Stormwater Program at 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455) or visit www.ocwatersheds.com To report a spill, call the Orange County 24-Hour Water Pollution Problem Reporting Hotline at 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455). For emergencies, dial 911. The tips contained in this brochure provide useful information to help prevent water pollution. If you have other suggestions, please contact your city’s stormwater representatives or call the Orange County Stormwater Program. Printed on Recycled Paper Tips for Residential Pool, Landscape and Hardscape Drains PA2020-259 Pool Maintenance All pool water discharged to the curb, gutter or permitted pool drain from your property must meet the following water quality criteria: The residual chlorine does not exceed 0.1 mg/L (parts per million). The pH is between 6.5 and 8.5. The water is free of any unusual coloration. There is no discharge of filter media or acid cleaning wastes. Some cities have ordinances that do not allow pool water to be discharged to the storm drain. Check with your city. Landscape and Hardscape Drains The following recommendations will help reduce or prevent pollutants from your landscape and hardscape drains from entering the street, gutter or storm drain. Unlike water that enters the sewer (from sinks and toilets), water that enters a landscape or hardscape drain is not treated before entering our creeks, rivers, bays and ocean. Household Activities Do not rinse spills of materials or chemicals to any drain. Use dry cleanup methods such as applying cat litter or another absorbent material, then sweep it up and dispose of it in the trash. If the material is hazardous, dispose of it at a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center (HHWCC). For locations, call (714) 834-6752 or visit www.oclandfills.com. Do not hose down your driveways, sidewalks or patios to your landscape or hardscape drain. Sweep up debris and dispose of it in the trash. Always pick up after your pet. Flush waste down the toilet or dispose of it in the trash. Tips for Residential Pool, Landscape and Hardscape Drains Do not store items such as cleaners, batteries, automotive fluids, paint products, TVs, or computer monitors uncovered outdoors. Take them to a HHWCC for disposal. Yard Maintenance Do not overwater. Water by hand or set automated irrigation systems to reflect seasonal water needs. Follow directions on pesticides and fertilizers (measure, do not estimate amounts) and do not use if rain is predicted within 48 hours. Cultivate your garden often to control weeds and reduce the need to use chemicals. Vehicle Maintenance Never pour oil or antifreeze down your landscape or hardscape drain. Recycle these substances at a service station, a waste collection center or used oil recycling center. For locations, contact the Used Oil Program at 1-800- CLEANUP or visit www.CLEANUP.org. Whenever possible, take your vehicle to a commercial car wash. If you do wash your vehicle at home, do not allow the washwater to go down your landscape or hardscape drain. Instead, dispose of it in the sanitary sewer (a sink or toilet) or onto an absorbent surface such as your lawn. Use a spray nozzle that will shut off the water when not in use. PA2020-259 Ayude a prevenir la contaminación del océano For more information, please call the Orange County Stormwater Program at 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455) or visit www.ocwatersheds.com. For information about the proper disposal of household hazardous waste, call the Household Waste Hotline at 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455) or visit www.oclandfills.com. For additional information about the nearest oil recycling center, call the Used Oil Program at 1-800-CLEANUP or visit www.cleanup.org. Help Prevent Ocean Pollution: Tips for the Home Mechanic The Ocean Begins atYour Front Door Clean beaches and healthy creeks, rivers, bays and ocean are important to Orange County. However, not properly disposing of used oil is illegal and can lead to fines. If you pour or drain oil onto driveways, sidewalks or streets, it can be washed into the storm drain. Help prevent water pollution by taking your used oil and oil filters to a used oil collection center. Most major automotive maintenance centers will accept up to five gallons of used motor oil at no cost. For a list of locations, please visit www.cleanup.org. emc/rev03/10 PA2020-259 Tips for the Home Mechanic Problem Reporting Hotline at 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455) or visit www.ocwatersheds.com to fill out an incident report. • Report emergencies to 911. VeHIcLe FLuId MAnAgeMenT • Vehicle fluids are hazardous waste and must be stored and disposed of in accordance with all local, state and federal laws. • designate an area to drain vehicle fluids away from storm drains and sanitary drains. • When possible, drain vehicle fluids indoors or within covered areas, and only over floors that are constructed of a non-porous material such as concrete. Asphalt and dirt floors absorb spilled or leaked fluids, making the cleanup extremely difficult. WORk SITe • Locate the storm drains on or near your property. do not allow used oil or any materials to flow into these drains. • examine your home for sources of pollution. • Perform automotive projects under cover and in a controlled area to prevent stormwater runoff. • Sweep or vacuum your automotive workspace regularly • use a damp mop to clean work areas. never hose down surfaces into the street, gutter or storm drain. • Pour mop water into a sink or toilet. never dispose of water in a parking lot, street, gutter or storm drain. PReVenT LeAkS And SPILLS • keep absorbent materials such as rags and/or cat litter in the work area • empty drip pans into a labeled, seal container before they are full • Wipe up any spills or repair leaks as they happen. don’t let them sit. • Place large pans under any wrecked cars until all fluids are drained. • Promptly dispose of collected fluids into a hazardous waste drum or deliver them to an oil recycling center. used oil recycling locations can be found at http://www. ochealthinfo.com/regulatory/usedoil.htm cLeAnIng SPILLS • clean up spills immediately by using absorbent material such as rags, cat litter or sand. If the material spilled is hazardous, dispose of the rag, litter or sand in the same manner as hazardous waste. If the material spill is non- hazardous, dispose of it in the trash. • Immediately report spills that have entered the street, gutter or storm drain to the county’s 24-Hour Water Pollution PA2020-259 Help Prevent Ocean Pollution: The Tips contained in this brochure provide useful information about how you can keep materials and washwater from entering the storm drain system. If you have other suggestions for how water and materials may be contained, please contact your city’s stormwater representative or call the Orange County Stormwater Program. Tips for Using Concrete and Mortar C lean beaches and healthy creeks, rivers, bays, and ocean are important to Orange County. However, many common activities can lead to water pollution if you’re not careful. Materials and excess concrete or mortar can be blown or washed into the storm drains that flow to the ocean. Unlike water in sanitary sewers (from sinks and toilets), water in storm drains is not treated before entering our waterways. You would never throw building materials into the ocean, so don’t let them enter the storm drains. Follow these easy tips to help prevent water pollution. For more information, please call the Orange County Stormwater Program at 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455) or visit www.ocwatersheds.com. To report a spill, call the Orange County 24-Hour Water Pollution Reporting Hotline at 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455). For emergencies, dial 911. The Ocean Begins at Your Front Door PA2020-259 Never allow materials or washwater to enter the street or storm drain. Before the Project •Schedule projects for dry weather. •Store materials under cover, with temporary roofs or plastic sheets, to eliminate or reduce the possibility that the materials can be carried from the project site to streets, storm drains or adjacent properties via rainfall, runoff or wind. •Minimize waste by ordering only the amount of materials needed to complete the job. •Take measures to block nearby storm drain inlets. During the Project •Set up and operate small mixers on tarps or heavy drop cloths. •Do not mix more fresh concrete or cement than is needed for the job. •When breaking up pavement, pick up all chunks and pieces and recycle them at a local construction and demolition recycling company. (See information to the right) •When making saw cuts in pavement, protect nearby storm drain inlets during the saw-cutting operation and contain the slurry. Collect the slurry residue from the pavement or gutter and remove from the site. Clean-Up •Dispose of small amounts of dry concrete, grout or mortar in the trash. •Never hose materials from exposed aggregate concrete, asphalt or similar treatments into a street, gutter, parking lot, or storm drain. •Wash concrete mixers and equipment in designated washout areas where the water can flow into a containment area or onto dirt. Small amounts of dried material can be disposed of in the trash. Large amounts should be recycled at a local construction and demolition recycling company. (See information below) •Recycle cement wash water by pumping it back into cement mixers for reuse. Spills •Never hose down pavement or impermeable surfaces where fluids have spilled. Use an absorbent material such as cat litter to soak up a spill, then sweep and dispose in the trash. •Clean spills on dirt areas by digging up and properly disposing of contaminated dry soil in trash. •Immediately report significant spills to the County’s 24-Hour Water Pollution Problem Reporting Hotline at 1-877-897-7455 or log onto the County’s website at www.ocwatersheds.com and fill out an incident reporting form. For a list of construction and demolition recycling locations in your area visit www.ciwmb.ca.gov/Recycle/. For additional information on how to control, prevent, remove, and reduce pollution refer to the Stormwater Best Management Practice Handbook, available on-line at www.cabmphandbooks.com. Tips for Using Concrete and MortarPA2020-259 Clean beaches and healthy creeks, rivers, bays and the Pacific Ocean are important to Orange County. However, many common activities can lead to water pollution if we’re not careful. Extra water flowing off lawns can carry fertilizer and pesticides as well as other pollutants from our streets and sidewalks into the storm drains. This polluted water then flows untreated directly into our creeks, rivers, bays and ocean. You would never intentionally put litter, motor oil, pesticides and fertilizer into the ocean, so don’t overwater your lawn, which can carry these pollutants into our waterways. Follow these easy tips to help prevent water pollution. Help Prevent Ocean Pollution: Tips to Prevent Overwatering The Ocean Begins atYour Front Door For More Information, please visit the Orange County Stormwater Program website at ww.ocwatersheds.com To report a spill, Call the Orange County 24-hour Water Pollution Problem Reporting Hotline 1-877-89-SPILL (1-877-897-7455) (For emergencies, dial 911) The tips contained in this brochure provide useful information about how you can keep excess runoff from carrying pollutants to the storm drain system. Please visit the Orange County Stormwater Program at www.ocwatersheds.com/Publiced for more resources. Other important resources include: Municipal Water District of Orange County www.mwdoc.com University of California Master Gardeners of Orange County www.uccemg.com UC Cooperative Extension / OC Water Quality & Water Resources www.ucanr.org/sites/urbanwatermgmt/ Printed on Recycled Paper PA2020-259 What is Overwatering? Overwatering is the use of irrigation in exceedance of the water demand of a landscaped area. In Orange County, 60-70% of water used by residents and businesses goes to irrigation and other outdoor uses. By utilizing water resources more efficiently, more potable water may be available for other uses and will not cause urban runoff. How Does Overwatering Lead to Pollution? Even during the hottest summer months, you can often see water runoff going into our storm drains and into our waterways. This runoff is usually the result of overwatering of lawns. The water carries trash, motor oil, pet waste and other pollutants into our storm drains, which flow untreated to the ocean. Water runoff both pollutes our waterways and wastes water. IT’S THE LAW! If you live in Southern Orange County, runoff from landscape irrigation that enters the street and catch basins is prohibited. Please contact your city for more information about what you can do to prevent overwatering and urban runoff. Lawn Watering Needs • During the fall and winter months, your lawn needs far less water than during the summer. Adjustsprinkler controls to water less during winter months. • If your blades of grass spring up after you step onthem, they are adequately watered. • If your grass is a vibrant green and is not pale, itis receiving enough water. If your lawn becomes less verdant, it may need nutrients and not water.If possible, seek assistance from a gardening professional. • Overwatering during fall and winter months can saturate soils and lead to lawn disease. When is the Best Time to Water? • Watering early in the morning before sunrise willreduce water loss due to evaporation. • Wind tends to die down in the early morning, so the water will get to the lawn as intended. How do I Irrigate Most Efficiently? • Adjust the direction of your sprinkler heads sowater does not spray on sidewalks, driveways or roads. By simply adjusting the direction of yoursprinklers you can save water, prevent water pollution from runoff and keep your lawn healthy. • Use an irrigation timer to minimize runoff and maximize water absorption. Water districts oftenprovide irrigation schedules to determine the best water scheme for your yard (e.g. Irvine RanchWater District Always Water Smart weekly irrigation schedules). • Consider using smart irrigation controllers. Smartirrigation controllers have internal clocks as well assensors that will turn off the sprinklers in responseto environmental changes. If it is raining, too windyor too cold, the smart irrigation control sprinklerswill automatically shut off. • Consider replacing your sprinkler heads withrotating sprinkler nozzles. Rotating nozzles water more uniformly and efficiently, reducing youroutdoor water use by up to 30%. •Check with your local water agency for availablerebates on irrigation controllers and other water efficient devices. • Water by hand. Instead of using sprinklers, considerwatering your yard by hand. Hand-watering ensures that all plants get the proper amount ofwater and you will prevent any water runoff, which carries pollutants into ourwaterways and wastes water. • Fix leaks. Nationwide, households waste onetrillion gallons of water a year to leaks. If your garden hose is leaking, replace the nylon or rubber hose washer and ensure a tight connection. Fix broken sprinklers immediately. Be Careful With Pesticides and Fertilizer • Never apply pesticides or fertilizer when rain ispredicted within the next 48 hours. • Read labels and useonly as directed. Do not over-apply pesticidesor fertilizers. Apply to spots as needed ratherthan blanketing an entire area. • Utilize least toxicalternatives to pesticides to manage lawn and garden pests wherepossible. Pesticides are transported via runoff to waterways and can be harmful to aquatic organisms.Visit www.ipm.ucdavis.edu for more information about pest management practices. Native Vegetation and Maintenance • “California Friendly” plants or native vegetation cansignificantly reduce water use. These plants often require far less fertilizers and pesticides, w hich aretwo significant pollutants found in Orange County waterways. Replacing water “thirsty” plants andgrass types with water efficient natives is a great way to save water and reduce the need for potentiallyharmful pesticides and fertilizer. • Please see the California Friendly Garden Guide produced by the Metropolitan Water District ofSouthern California and associated Southern California Water Agencies for a catalog of Californiafriendly plants and other garden resources at www. bewaterwise.com/Gardensoft. Tips to Prevent OverwateringPA2020-259