VA DEQ SWM Inspector Exam
Questions and Answers 100%
PASS
What element is targeted by water quality criteria?—ANSWER-Phosphorous, it indicates
pollution by bonding with other pollutants.
At what % impervious cover are streams substantially affected?—ANSWER-25%
what is the site-based load limit for water quality?—ANSWER-0.41 lbs/acre/yr total
phosphorous
Virginia Runoff Reduction Method- method of load calculations—ANSWER-load calculations
based on land cover type and soil type.
what must happen to potentially harmful sheet flow runoff?—ANSWER-Must be diverted to
stormwater conveyance system.
SWM ponds must be able to convey water safely up to what level storm event?—ANSWER-
must be able to safely convey up to a 100 yr storm.
Define LDA—ANSWER-Land disturbing activity; any man-made change to the land surface
that potentially changes its runoff characteristics; includes clearing, grading, and excavation.
, What size LDA must comply with stormwater management regulation? in CPBA areas?—
ANSWER-anything of 1 acre or more, or 2500 ft^2 in CPBA areas; may be more stringent
locally.
what are some activities exempt from SWM regulations?—ANSWER-mining, agriculture,
sewer discharges, local reclamation programs, routine maintenance of preexisting
operations, public emergency activity
what term basically means a plea deal for stormwater offenders?—ANSWER-consent order,
which replaces penalties with fines.
how long does VSMP authority have to review SWM plan?—ANSWER-15 days to review and
determine approval, and notify applicant.
How often must a VSMP authority inspect an LDA?—ANSWER-Periodically.
all SWPPP requirements may be met by—ANSWER-incorporating other plans into reference,
or by developing missing elements.
What must the DEQ issue to an operator before an LDA?—ANSWER-a construction GP
How soon after final grade of a site must vegetation be put in place?—ANSWER-within 7
days.
How long must operator keep routine inspection reports?—ANSWER-At least 3 years after
the GP expires/terminates.
How long does operator have to revise SWPPP if authority deems it necessary? How long
does local authority have to review any modifications to SWPPP?—ANSWER-7 days for
operator to make changes, 60 days for authority to review changes.
© 2026 Copyright. All Rights Reserved. This document is
protected by copyright law, Copyrighted By Brittie Donald
Questions and Answers 100%
PASS
What element is targeted by water quality criteria?—ANSWER-Phosphorous, it indicates
pollution by bonding with other pollutants.
At what % impervious cover are streams substantially affected?—ANSWER-25%
what is the site-based load limit for water quality?—ANSWER-0.41 lbs/acre/yr total
phosphorous
Virginia Runoff Reduction Method- method of load calculations—ANSWER-load calculations
based on land cover type and soil type.
what must happen to potentially harmful sheet flow runoff?—ANSWER-Must be diverted to
stormwater conveyance system.
SWM ponds must be able to convey water safely up to what level storm event?—ANSWER-
must be able to safely convey up to a 100 yr storm.
Define LDA—ANSWER-Land disturbing activity; any man-made change to the land surface
that potentially changes its runoff characteristics; includes clearing, grading, and excavation.
, What size LDA must comply with stormwater management regulation? in CPBA areas?—
ANSWER-anything of 1 acre or more, or 2500 ft^2 in CPBA areas; may be more stringent
locally.
what are some activities exempt from SWM regulations?—ANSWER-mining, agriculture,
sewer discharges, local reclamation programs, routine maintenance of preexisting
operations, public emergency activity
what term basically means a plea deal for stormwater offenders?—ANSWER-consent order,
which replaces penalties with fines.
how long does VSMP authority have to review SWM plan?—ANSWER-15 days to review and
determine approval, and notify applicant.
How often must a VSMP authority inspect an LDA?—ANSWER-Periodically.
all SWPPP requirements may be met by—ANSWER-incorporating other plans into reference,
or by developing missing elements.
What must the DEQ issue to an operator before an LDA?—ANSWER-a construction GP
How soon after final grade of a site must vegetation be put in place?—ANSWER-within 7
days.
How long must operator keep routine inspection reports?—ANSWER-At least 3 years after
the GP expires/terminates.
How long does operator have to revise SWPPP if authority deems it necessary? How long
does local authority have to review any modifications to SWPPP?—ANSWER-7 days for
operator to make changes, 60 days for authority to review changes.
© 2026 Copyright. All Rights Reserved. This document is
protected by copyright law, Copyrighted By Brittie Donald
