Are you a contractor, subcontractor, builder or tradesperson working in construction? Proper erosion and sediment control in construction sites is one of the most important keys to keeping the local waters swimable and fishable. Save yourself time, money and save the rivers by following Wisconsin regulations. New information from the Rock River Stromwater Group will be released regularly including our two new factsheets below. Share them with your team and get moreinformation from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Erosion Control Page.

Stone Tracking Pads - Keep dirt off the streets
Inlet Protection - The direct pathway to storm drains
Silt Fencing - Blocking sediment
Snow Removal - The right way to clear streets and lots

Municipal Operations - Handbook for municipal employees on seasonal best practices from snow to grass management

Concrete Professionals - Wash and dispose of materials to comply with regulations and keep local waters clean.
Brochure for truck drivers
Information for facility managers
Please contact rdill@biodiverse.org for free copies of these materials and reminder stickers for trucks.

Wisconsin's Runoff Info website here.

There are many things a business owner can do to keep our local waterways clean, beginning with an environmental audit. Many industries already have their own Environmental Management System, or you can use the University of Wisconsin Small Business Environmental Audit Manual found on the UW-Extension urban runoff site.

Photo from UW-Extension