What Is An Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Plan?

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What is an Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Plan?

Erosion and sediment control is much more than silt fence and hay bales. Prior to developing an
Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Plan (EPSCP), it is important to have minimized the
areas of disturbed soils and the duration of exposure. It is also imperative to control water at up-
slope site perimeters, control water on-site, control sediment on-site, and control sediment at the
downslope site perimeters.
An EPSCP is the final element in the erosion and sediment control planning process and a
necessary component of an Act 250 permit application. The EPSCP ensures that sediment
transport is addressed in one of the most crucial stages of the project: the planning stage. A good
erosion prevention and sediment control plan first minimizes the extent of disturbance by focusing
on erosion control (minimizing disturbed areas, seeding, mulching, matting) by controlling the
amount of soil that can run off and by stabilizing exposed soil. Sediment control measures (i.e.
stabilized construction entrances) then focus on any sediment that has escaped your erosion
control measures. Erosion prevention measures are far more effective than sediment control
measures (such as silt fence) and should be the primary focus of any EPSCP.
An EPSCP has five primary components:
1. Location map (USGS and other)

2. Existing conditions site plan
3. Grading plan and construction timetable
4. Erosion prevention and sediment control site plan and timetable
5. Narrative briefly describing the four plans
The location map shows the proximity of the site to any surface water bodies, roads, etc. and
should include a USGS map, as well as a map of greater detail.
The existing conditions site plan shows the grading and features as they exist. It should also
include a soils map for the existing conditions.
The grading plan and construction timetable shows the proposed finished contours and
addresses sequencing of the project, a key component of erosion control. The timetable does not
have to contain specific dates, but should show how each phase of the project relates to the
others. This plan also shows that you have taken steps to minimize the amount of exposed soil at
any time.
The erosion prevention and sediment control site plan and timetable should be prepared
using the grading plan as a base. The site plan depicts the location of all erosion and sediment
control measures and the timetable charts the sequencing of control measures. It may be
possible to combine the grading and erosion control plans.
The narrative should briefly describe the four plans; highlight erosion control measures and why
they will be effective, site characteristics, and erosion control done in the planning stages, such
as phasing the project.
For further information, please consult the Vermont Handbook for Soil Erosion and Sediment
Control on Construction Sites or call the Watershed Management Division at 802-828-1535.
1. Location Map (small scale, 7 1/2 minute U.S.G.S quadrangle)

property lines of the project
critical natural or man-made features within 3000 feet of the project, including
streams,
ponds, wetlands, roads, buildings, and utilities
sufficient nearby features to allow reviewer to locate the site for an inspection
2. Existing Conditions Site Plan (scale 1" = 100' or larger)

existing topographic contours (5 feet or smaller interval)
drainageway, water features
general vegetative cover types within 200 feet of water features (e.g. field,
hardwood forest, grass etc.)
vegetative cover types in all proposed disturbance areas and areas receiving and
treating runoff from the construction site
soil map and key
identified sensitive areas (e.g. steep slopes, erodible soils, wet areas)
structures, roads, utilities
north arrow, scale, date, elevation datum
property lines
3. Grading Plan and Construction Timetable (scale 1" = 100' or larger)

existing and proposed topographic contours
limits of soil disturbance and method to be used for demarcation of these limits on
site
areas of various construction phases, including sequential and concurrent
activities
proposed structures, roads, utilities
location of topsoil stockpiles, staging areas, equipment storage, and
refueling/maintenance areas and stump disposal areas
location of disposal areas for excess soil (include map if off-site)
boundaries for undisturbed riparian buffers
property lines
4. Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Plan

(scale 1" = 100' or larger)
limits of soil disturbance
riparian conservation buffer limits and method to be used for demarcation
location of all structural erosion and sediment control measures and details
location of areas to be seeded and mulched
stormwater pathways
erosion control matting on slopes greater than 3:1
no hay bales or silt fence running across contours or in areas of concentrated flow
chart of inspection and maintenance schedule of all control measures
name and phone number of on-site coordinator
storm sewer inlets adequately protected (detail required)
stabilized construction entrance shown (detail required)
Note: If necessary to convey the sequential nature of construction activities and

associated erosion and control implementation, several plans sheets showing
successive site conditions are recommended.
5. Narrative
general description of project
Site Inventory and Analysis

site drainage characteristics (up and down-gradient)
drainage, waterways, bodies of water
topography, existing roads, buildings, utilities
vegetation
soils
proximity to natural or man-made water features
Grading Plan and Timetable

description of proposed grading, seasonal limitations
timetable of all major construction and earth change activities, including
stabilization methods for winter
Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Plan and Timetable

description of the strategies of the control plan and why it will be effective in
protecting water resources
description of seeding and mulching plan including:
o location of areas to be seeded
o lime and fertilizer application rates
o seed mixes (appropriate for soil type)
o types of mulch/matting materials and discussion of appropriateness of
each measure for soil type, topography, etc.
o mulch/matting application rates
o mulch/matting anchoring methods (including discussion of windthrow and
winter conditions)
o mulching/matting dates
description of all structural erosion and sediment control measures

design calculations for all temporary and permanent structural control measures
description of the inspection, maintenance, and records program for all control
measures
identification, basic qualifications, and contact number for on-site coordinator
Rev. 8/2002

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What is an Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Plan?

An EPSCP has five primary components:

1. Location map (USGS and other)

1. Location Map (small scale, 7 1/2 minute U.S.G.S quadrangle)

2. Existing Conditions Site Plan (scale 1" = 100' or larger)

3. Grading Plan and Construction Timetable (scale 1" = 100' or larger)

4. Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Plan

Note: If necessary to convey the sequential nature of construction activities and

Site Inventory and Analysis

Grading Plan and Timetable

Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Plan and Timetable

description of all structural erosion and sediment control measures

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