Tag: TMDL
EPA Releases a New Framework for Implementing the TMDL Program
Last week another “Stoner Memo” was published. This time, the memo announced a new framework for implementing the Clean Water Act Section 303(d) Program – in other words, the TMDL program. The full memo can be read here, but highlights include: States and EPA have been developing this framework since August 2011; The framework “does […]
Floyds Fork Update
On November 6th, 2013, KDOW sent an email to various stakeholders regarding the Floyds Fork Watershed Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) efforts. In the email, DOW said that they “continue to work on model assumptions and TMDL development.” As part of the update, DOW states that they are continuing to collect data and monitor the […]
EPA Approves TMDL Reports for Four Watersheds
EPA has approved TMDL reports on bacteria impairments for Carr Fork (Knott County), Hardwick Creek (Powell and Estill Counties), Muddy Creek (Madison County), and Cox Creek (Nelson County). DOW will now begin developing TMDLs for each of these watersheds to decrease bacterial impairments. http://kydep.wordpress.com/2013/08/09/epa-approves-tmdl-report-s-for-four-watersheds/ You can find additional information here. http://ofmpub.epa.gov/waters10/attains_state.control?p_state=KY
TMDLs in Kentucky
As you might remember from our Legislative Updates, HB 378 required Division of Water (DOW) to make the TMDL listing process more transparent. Last week, DOW introduced a new webpage that provides information on the process of writing TMDLs, Standard Operating Procedures used for monitoring and assessments, and the current TMDLs that DOW is writing. In […]
Sustainability and Utility Regulation
The Louisville Bar Association hosted a seminar focusing on Sustainability and Utility Regulation. Bob Ehrler (LG&E/KU), Peter Goodmann (Kentucky Division of Water), and Tony Hatton (Kentucky Division of Waste Management) were the speakers. Mr. Ehrler spoke about the developments in air quality regulations and their effect on utilities, like LG&E. He highlighted several changes, including: […]