Which federal regulation requires the development of a SWPPP?

• A. The Clean Water Act
• B. The Safe Drinking Water Act
• C. The National Environmental Policy Act
• D. The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act

Answer: (A)

The Clean Water Act is the federal regulation that requires the development of a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). This legislation aims to restore and maintain the integrity of the nation’s waters by preventing point and non-point source pollution. One of the key components of the Clean Water Act is the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), which mandates permits for discharges of pollutants into waters of the United States. The SWPPP serves as a crucial tool for compliance with these permits, detailing how a facility will reduce and manage stormwater runoff to minimize pollutant discharge.

The other regulations mentioned play different roles in environmental protection but do not specifically require the development of a SWPPP. The Safe Drinking Water Act focuses on ensuring safe drinking water for the public, the National Environmental Policy Act requires federal agencies to assess the environmental effects of their proposed actions before making decisions, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act regulates the management of hazardous waste. Hence, their aims do not intersect with the specific requirements laid out in the Clean Water Act regarding stormwater management and pollution prevention.