Stormwater Management
MS4 (Stormwater Regulations)
The University of Virginia owns and maintains its own small municipal separate storm sewer system (small MS4). The MS4 is comprised of all of the interconnected storm sewer pipes on grounds. UVa's MS4 discharges into Meadow Creek, tributaries to Moore's creek, and in some cases, into the City of Charlottesville's storm sewer system.
A storm water drain that speaks for itself.
In order for the University to discharge its storm water into State surface waters, the University is required to have a Virginia Pollutant Dischage Elimination System (VPDES) permit. The VPDES permit requires the University to adhere to strict pollution control measures in order to minimize the amount of pollution entering State waterways. As part of UVa's program, the University is required to educate its students and staff about storm water impacts, detect and eliminate illict discharges, control storm water runoff from construction sites during and after construction, and prevent pollution from the operation of UVa facilities.
The University's Parking and Transportation Facility has a separate permit for stormwater discharges associated with industrial activity.
Related Documents
- EPA Small MS4 Program Overview
- Virginia MS4 Regulations
- University of Virginia Annual Stormwater Reports:
- University of Virginia:
To comment on any of these documents, please contact Jess Wenger at jsw6d@virginia.edu or 982-5540.
To report an illicit discharge, spill, or unusual water condition call 982-4911!
Contact EHS with stormwater related questions or comments at storm-water@virginia.edu.
EHS Stormwater website questions or comments should be directed to Jess Wenger at jsw6d@virginia.edu or 982-5540.
