Design Aids

The following items have been provided here to assist in the preparation of E&S plans.  Some of the information has been customized for Columbia County.  

 

Small Project Handout – A guide for preparation of and E&S plan for minor earthmoving activities

Special Protection Watersheds Map – a map showing the areas of Columbia County that are classified as High Quality or Exceptional Value Waters and will require additional protection during any permitted activity

Chapter 93 Stream Classifications A listing of streams and their water quality classification for streams in Columbia County

Wild Trout Production Stream List – The list of Columbia County streams identified has having wild trout production as identified by the Fish Commission

Columbia County Hydric Soils – Hydric soils are soils that have formed over centuries in wet conditions and are used as one of the indicators of wetlands.   Please realize that this list is based on the soil types in soil surveys which are generalizations and small pockets of soils can exist that do not meet the general classification.   Only an on site investigation by a qualified professional can verify the actual soils on the site. 

Prime and Important Farmlands – A listing of soil types in Columbia County that are listed by NRCS as prime farmlands or farmlands of Statewide importance.

Link to E&S Manual on DEP Web Site -

Link to Stormwater BMP Manual on DEP Website

 

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