SPCA 1973

Question 1

The Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973 does not apply to _______

Answer 1

Agricultural activities, forestry or mining activities or emergency activities essential to protect human life

Question 2

_______ occurs when flowing water slows down enough to allow suspended soil particles to settle

Answer 2

Sedimentation

Question 3

No land disturbing activity shall be permitted in proximity of a lake or watercourse unless a buffer zone of ______

Answer 3

sufficient width to confine visible siltation within 25% of the buffer zone nearest the land disturbing activity

Question 4

Waters that have been classified as trout waters should have a buffer zone of __________

Answer 4

25 feet or sufficient width to confine siltation to within 25% of the buffer zone nearest the activity

Question 5

If you are disturbing an area of _______, you need a erosion and sedimentation control plan in place 30 days prior

Answer 5

More than 1 acre

Question 6

Who is responsible for erosion and sedimentation control?

Answer 6

The person financially responsible for the site development

Question 7

The_________ shall provide for inspection to ensure compliance to the erosion and control plan

Answer 7

Local government

Question 8

Diversion dikes for perimeter protection must be at least ____ across the top and ________ deep

Answer 8

2 feet; 18 inches

Question 9

Sediment basins must have a storage capacity of _________

Answer 9

1800 cf/acre

Question 10

Silt fence fabric must be buried_____, fabric withstand ______ psi, and have stakes driven_________

Answer 10

12 inches; 30; 18 inches

Question 11

Erosion control measures should accommodate __________

Answer 11

a 10 year storm

Question 12

Seedbed preparation requires scarifying the ground at least _____ inches deep

Answer 12

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