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DALLAS-FORT WORTH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (SWMP) TPDES GENERAL PERMIT NO. TXR040000 SMALL MUNICIPAL SEPARATE STORM SEWER SYSTEMS (MS4)

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July 2019

TABLE OF CONTENTS

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ........................................................................................................... 1

1.0 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................ 3

1.1 Regulatory Background .................................................................................................. 3

1.2 Airport Regulatory Background ....................................................................................... 3

2.0 SITE DESCRIPTION ...................................................................................................... 5

2.1 Airport Description .......................................................................................................... 6

2.2 Tenant Demographics .................................................................................................... 8

3.0 DESCRIPTION OF STORMWATER OUTFALLS AND DRAINAGE SYSTEMS .............. 9

3.1 Storm Drainage System –Fuel Farm & Terminal and Cargo Ramp-Side .......................11

3.2 Storm Drainage System -Terminal and Cargo Public-Side, Airfield, Airport Facilities, Tenant Facilities, and Roadways ...................................................................................12

4.0 IMPAIRED WATERS and ENDANGERED SPECIES ....................................................13

4.1 Targeted Pollutants of Concern .....................................................................................13

4.2 Endangered Species .....................................................................................................15

5.0 PERMIT AUTHORIZATION AND SWMP ......................................................................16

5.1 Permit Application .........................................................................................................16

5.2 SWMP and Applicable Minimum Control Measures .......................................................16

6.0 DFW AIRPORT MINIMUM CONTROL MEASURES .....................................................18

6.1 MCM #1 Public Education, Outreach, and Involvement .................................................18

6.2 MCM # 2 Illicit Discharge Detection Elimination (IDDE) .................................................23

6.3 MCM # 3 Construction Site Runoff Control ....................................................................33

6.4 MCM # 4 Post-Construction Stormwater Management in New Development and Redevelopment .............................................................................................................38

6.5 MCM # 5: Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations .......42

7.0 INSPECTIONS AND ENFORCEMENT ........................................................................50

7.1 Airport Enforcement Authority ........................................................................................50

7.2 Federal and State Enforcement .....................................................................................51

8.0 ANNUAL FUNDING AND FISCAL ANALYSIS ...............................................................52

9.0 RECORDKEEPING AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS ...........................................54

9.1 Recordkeeping ..............................................................................................................54

9.2 Annual Reporting ...........................................................................................................55

9.3 Non-Compliance Notification .........................................................................................55

10.0 CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS ..............................................................57

SECTION 2 I. Notice of Intent II. Permit Certificate SECTION 3 I. TPDES General Permit No. TXR040000 SECTION 4 I. Schedule of MCM Implementation APPENDICES APPENDIX A I. DFW Airport Land Use Map II. DFW Airport Stormwater Outfall Map & Outfall Characterization Chart APPENDIX B I. DFW Airport Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWP3) – text only II. BMP Guidance Document APPENDIX C I. DFW Airport Rules and Regulations Chapter 6A APPENDIX D I. Outfall Characterization and Monitoring Program, SWMS4-001.04 II. Environmental Spill Recovery Procedure, ES.006.02 III. DFW Airport Emergency Response Procedure, ER.001.01 IV. Stormwater Drainage System Management, ETAM.014.002 V. Reporting Spills and Releases Procedure, ES.001.01 VI. Public Information Request, AA.006.03 VII. Environmental Enforcement, EE.001 APPENDIX E I. Airport Board Municipal Facilities Inventory II. Stormwater Treatment Units Inventory

LIST OF REGULATORY ACRONYMS

BMP Best Management Practice CFR Code of Federal Regulation CWA Clean Water Act EPA Environmental Protection Agency MCM Minimum Control Measure MEP Maximum Extent Practicable MS4 Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System MSGP Multi-Sector General Permit NOC Notice of Change NOI Notice of Intent NOT Notice of Termination NPDES National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System POTW Publicly Owned Treatment Works SWMP Stormwater Management Plan SWP3 Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan TAC Texas Administrative Code TCEQ Texas Commission on Environmental Quality TPDES Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System TWC Texas Water Code

LIST OF AIRPORT ACRONYMS

AM Energy, Transportation & Asset Management AOA Airfield Operations Area ARE Airport Real Estate CA Construction Application CIP Capital Improvement Project CTA Central Terminal Area DCC Design Code and Construction DFW AIRPORT Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport DPS Department of Public Safety ETAM Energy, Transportation & Asset Management EAD Environmental Affairs Department GSE Ground Service Equipment HR Human Resources ITS Information Technology Services OPS Operations PPT Pollution Prevention Team PTP Pretreatment Plant RO Reverse Osmosis TRA Trinity River Authority

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

This document represents the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW Airport) Stormwater

Management Program (SWMP), a comprehensive pollution prevention plan that incorporates

both structural and non-structural control measures and waste reduction protocols designed to

manage and improve the quantity and quality of stormwater runoff that is ultimately discharged to

receiving surface waters. The DFW Airport SWMP defines the philosophy and system utilized to

ensure Airport Board employees, airport contract workers, airport tenants and co-tenants, tenant

contractors, developers, travelers, visitors, and nearby communities understand the potential

consequences of stormwater pollution, best practices to reduce stormwater pollution, and the

ramifications (both environmental and legal) of failing to apply environmental management

practices into current policies, procedures, and designs.

In 1990, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) promulgated the rules associated with the

Phase I of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. The

purpose of the Phase I stormwater1 program was to reduce the discharge of pollutants to waters

of the United States from three primary sources:

▪ Operators of medium and large municipalities,

▪ Construction activities disturbing greater than 5 acres, and

▪ Operators of industries classified in at least one of 11 identified industrial categories.

Phase II of the NPDES program, issued in 2007, addresses stormwater discharges from

construction activities disturbing one to five acres of land as well as stormwater discharges from

small municipalities located in urbanized areas (as defined by the U.S. Census Bureau). The rule

requires that small municipalities employ a stormwater program to reduce the discharge of

pollutants to receiving waters to the maximum extent practicable (MEP). Thus, municipalities are

required to implement a stormwater program which addresses six minimum control measures

(MCMs):

1 Stormwater discharges are generated by runoff over land and impervious areas such as paved streets, parking lots and building rooftops during rainfall, snow events, or other precipitation events. Stormwater flows across exposed surfaces where it can pick up various pollutants that could adversely affect water quality. Stormwater runoff is considered a major source of water pollution, and continues to significantly impact the quality of our nation’s waters.

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1. Public Education, Outreach, and Involvement

2. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE)

3. Construction Site Stormwater Runoff Control

4. Post-Construction Stormwater Management in New Development and Redevelopment

5. Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations

6. Industrial Stormwater Sources.

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) was delegated authority from the

United States EPA to administer the NPDES stormwater program on September 14, 1998. On

August 13, 2007, the TCEQ issued the Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES)

TXR040000 Permit, which authorizes the discharge of stormwater to surface water of the state

from all small municipal separate storm sewer systems2 (MS4s) located in urbanized areas.

DFW Airport is subject to the TXR040000 Permit because DFW Airport is a public entity as

established under the Texas Transportation Code Chapter 22. Furthermore, DFW Airport is

located in an urbanized area between the cities of Dallas and Ft. Worth and holds jurisdiction over

a system designed for collecting and dispensing stormwater to waters of the U.S. To comply with

this permit, DFW Airport is implementing a program to reduce the discharge of pollutants (to the

MEP) to receiving waters, protect water quality, and satisfy pertinent water quality mandated by

the Clean Water Act (CWA) and the TPDES program.

2 According to the permit, an MS4 is a conveyance or system of conveyances (including roads with drainage systems, municipal streets, catch basins, curbs, gutters, ditches, man-made channels or storm drains): (a) owned or operated by the United States, a state, city, town, borough, county, parish, district, association, or other public body (created by or pursuant to state law) having jurisdiction over disposal of sewage, industrial wastes, stormwater, or other wastes, including special districts under state law such as a sewer district, flood control district or drainage district, or similar entity, or an Indian tribe or an authorized Indian tribal organization, or a designated and approved management agency under the CWA 208 that discharges to surface water in the state; (b) designed or used for collecting or conveying storm water; (c) not a combined sewer; and (d) not part of publicly owned treatment works (POTW) as defined by 40CFR122.2

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1.0 INTRODUCTION

Stormwater discharges have been identified as a significant source of water pollution in numerous

nationwide water quality studies. Unlike sanitary sewer collection systems that flow to wastewater

treatment plants, stormwater runoff generally discharges untreated into our nation’s creeks, rivers,

and other receiving waters (i.e. tributaries and lakes).

1.1 Regulatory Background

In 1972, the EPA established the CWA as the primary federal law regulating the discharge

of pollutants into Waters of the United States (WOTUS), with an overall objective to restore

our nation’s waters to Fishable and Swimmable. One of the requirements of the CWA

was to develop a regulatory program to reduce the pollution produced from stormwater

discharges. This program, managed by the EPA, is identified as National Pollutant

Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), and regulates stormwater discharges from

construction activities, industrial facilities, and various municipalities. The TCEQ is

delegated authority from the U.S. EPA to administer the NPDES stormwater program for

all regulated entities in the state of Texas.

1.2 Airport Regulatory Background

DFW Airport is covered under the previous TPDES general permit for small MS4s

(TXR040000, Issued and Effective on December 13, 2013) and must comply with the new

TXR040000 General Permit; this permit provides authorization for stormwater and certain

non-stormwater discharges from small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4s).

DFW Airport is subject to this regulation because DFW Airport is considered a public entity

(as established under the Texas Transportation Code Chapter 22), is located in an

urbanized area, and holds jurisdiction over a system designed for collecting and

dispensing stormwater to waters of the U.S. To comply with this permit, DFW Airport must

implement a stormwater program designed to reduce the discharge of pollutants to the

maximum extent practicable3 (MEP), protect water quality, and satisfy pertinent water

quality requirements of the CWA and the TPDES program. As a small MS4, DFW Airport

3 Maximum Extent Practicable (MEP) refers to the technology-based discharge standard for municipal separate storm sewer systems to reduce pollutants in stormwater discharges that was established by CWA ' 402(p). A discussion of

MEP as it applies to small MS4s is found at 40 CFR ' 122.34.

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has developed a Stormwater Management Plan (SWMP), a comprehensive pollution

prevention plan that incorporates both structural and non-structural pollution prevention

and waste reduction protocols designed to manage and improve the quality of discharges

entering the DFW Airport MS4 and receiving waters. The current MS4 permit categorizes

regulated small MS4s based on population served within the 2010 urbanized area

according to the US Census Bureau and defines an airport as a ”non-traditional MS4”.

DFW Airport is categorized as a Level 2 small MS4 and has thus developed a SWMP in

accordance with applicable permit requirements. A copy of the completed Notice of Intent

(NOI) and the TXR040000 permit are provided in Section 2.0 of this SWMP.

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2.0 SITE DESCRIPTION

DFW Airport commenced operations in 1974, and now hosts over 1,800 flights a day while serving

almost 70 million passengers a year. DFW Airport is comprised of five passenger terminals,

referred to as the Central Terminal Area (CTA), and two major cargo areas, the Northeast Cargo

and the North West Cargo. DFW Airport is located in north central Texas on the border of Tarrant

and Dallas counties, 17 miles northeast of the City of Fort Worth and 18 miles northwest of the

City of Dallas, with Latitude 32° 53' 30" and Longitude 97° 02' 30". DFW Airport consists of

approximately 17,188 acres, located within five cities: Grapevine, Irving, Euless, Coppell, and Fort

Worth.

Figure 1: Aerial View of DFW Airport and Surrounding Cities

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2.1 Airport Description

The DFW Airport Board (“Board”) is a joint board of the cities of Dallas and Fort Worth,

created by them through a Contract and Agreement dated April 15, 1968 (the “Contract

and Agreement”) pursuant to the Municipal Airports Act (now Transportation Code,

Chapter 22) to “plan, acquire, establish, construct, improve, equip, maintain, operate,

regulate, protect and police” DFW Airport. As a result of the Contract and Agreement,

DFW Airport is operated by the DFW Airport Board and is not governed by either the city

of Dallas or the city of Fort Worth. The Airport Board is composed of 11 members from

the owner cities, seven from the city of Dallas and four from the city of Fort Worth. Both

the mayor of Dallas and the mayor of Fort Worth sit on the Board. The remaining members

are appointed by the respective city councils of Dallas and Fort Worth. In addition, the

Board has one non-voting member who is selected by the cities of Coppell, Euless,

Grapevine, and Irving, respectively, on an annual, rotational basis.

The DFW Airport Board appoints a Chief Executive Officer (CEO), who is responsible for

overseeing the day-to-day operations at the airport. In addition to the CEO, the DFW

Airport Board appoints a General Counsel and Auditor, both of whom are independent of

the CEO and report directly to the Board. The CEO hires senior staff to manage the

various functions of the airport. Senior staff is comprised of Executive Vice Presidents,

who are responsible for hiring Vice Presidents and Assistant Vice Presidents to manage

and oversee the various Airport departments (Table 1).

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2.2 Tenant Demographics

The Airport manages approximately 2,000 acres of leased land supporting 15 million

square feet of building space. The majority of the tenants that operate from DFW Airport

are either directly or indirectly related to the air transportation and cargo industries.

Tenants directly related to air transportation include the airlines and cargo companies, the

ground-support equipment (GSE) providers, and air fueling companies. Tenants indirectly

related to the air transportation industry include the rental car facilities, hotels, terminal

concessionaires and retail companies, and flight schools. The remaining tenants are not

related to the air transportation industry and include recreational facilities, restaurants,

warehousing, and light industrial facilities. With the construction of Terminal F along with

additional cargo and warehousing complexes, DFW Airport anticipates a significant growth

in both passenger travel and air freight during the next ten years.

A copy of the DFW Airport’s Land Use Plan Map is provided in Appendix A and provides

an overview of the extent and profile of DFW’s developed and undeveloped areas.

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3.0 DESCRIPTION OF STORMWATER OUTFALLS AND DRAINAGE SYSTEMS

The direction that stormwater runoff flows at DFW Airport is based on the property’s topography

as well as the underground storm sewer and first flush stormwater pretreatment systems.

Stormwater collection systems operated by DFW Airport also receive discharges and discharge

into stormwater collection systems operated by neighboring municipalities (e.g. Fort Worth,

Grapevine, Irving). The majority of stormwater runoff at DFW Airport eventually discharges into

local creeks and tributaries. Waters of the U.S. either originating on or traversing across DFW

Airport property include the following: Grapevine Creek, Cottonwood Creek, Hackberry Creek,

South Fork Hackberry Creek, Mud Springs Creek, Estelle Creek, Cottonwood Branch Creek, Bear

Creek, Big Bear Creek, Little Bear Creek, and associated tributaries. These ten creeks discharge

into eight different watersheds within the boundaries of DFW Airport.

Figure 2: DFW Airport Watershed Map

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Outfall areas draining stormwater at DFW Airport can be categorized into five primary groups,

according to the land use in the designated area. The first group includes outfalls draining areas

supporting light to heavy industrial activities. Many of these outfalls drain areas where

aircraft/vehicle fueling, aircraft/vehicle maintenance, GSE operations, or aircraft deicing/anti-icing

activities occur. The majority of vehicle, aircraft, or equipment maintenance activities occur

indoors; however, stormwater runoff may come into contact with pollutants associated with aircraft

deicing, fueling operations, and vehicle/equipment operations and storage that generally occur

outdoors.

The second major group of outfalls observed at DFW Airport is outfalls that drain only taxiway or

runway areas. Activities are normally limited to aircraft and emergency vehicle traffic only. No

industrial activities occur in these areas.

The third group of outfalls consists of undeveloped areas that may be used for the storage of

outdoor equipment and vehicles. Equipment stored in these areas is generally for outdoor use

(e.g. traffic signs, light poles, and earth-moving equipment). No industrial activities occur in these

areas.

The fourth group of outfalls observed at DFW Airport consists of areas draining either roadways

or parking areas. Activities in these areas would be limited to vehicle parking and

loading/unloading operations. No industrial activities occur in these areas.

The fifth group of outfalls observed at DFW Airport consists of those areas supporting DFW Airport

Board facilities and tenant facilities with either light commercial or no industrial activities (i.e.

facilities not subject to the TPDES MSGP4). Facilities included in this group include DFW Airport

office buildings and municipal facilities and various airport tenants including rental car facilities,

commercial gas stations, office buildings, food catering facilities, recreational facilities, and

4 Part I of the TPDES General Permit No. TXR05000 defines storm water discharges associated with industrial activity as “storm water runoff that exits any system that is used for collecting and conveying storm water that originates from manufacturing, processing, material storage, and waste material disposal areas (and similar areas where storm water can contact industrial pollutants related to the industrial activity) at an industrial facility described by one or more of Sectors A through AD of this general permit.”

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warehouses or other commercial-type industries. Facilities in this group can be characterized by

municipal, commercial, office, or recreational use.

The DFW Airport Stormwater Outfall map is included in Appendix A and indicates property

boundaries, surface water bodies, stormwater outfalls, and associated contributing drainage

areas.

3.1 Storm Drainage System –Fuel Farm & Terminal and Cargo Ramp-Side

Most storm drain inlets located on the air-side ramp supporting terminal areas, deicing

areas, fueling areas, hangars, ground-support equipment maintenance areas, and some

cargo facilities contain fuel vapor traps and water level floats designed to retain oil and

grease by discharging the stormwater to a fuel separator. Dry weather and first flush

drainage from the terminals (airside), UPS Cargo Facility (ramp/apron area), North West

Cargo facilities, and the Allied Aviation fuel farm are discharged through fuel separators

to the Stormwater Pretreatment Plant located south of South Airfield Drive. The fuel

separators vary by size and design. Most structures contain one influent line and two

effluent lines. The smaller line located near the bottom of the structure discharges flows

to the airport’s first flush pretreatment stormwater line, which flows to the DFW Airport

Stormwater Pretreatment Plant. The larger line located above the invert of the smaller

line discharges flow to the storm sewer system. The fuel separators act as stormwater

structural controls and are designed to direct low flow and first flush stormwater discharges

to the Stormwater Pretreatment Plant. Flows which exceed the hydraulic capacity of the

first flush line are discharged from the diversion structure through the storm sewer system

to various creeks and tributaries.

Stormwater drainage from the Northeast Cargo (NE Cargo) ramp area discharges into fuel

separators, which can either direct flows to a lined stormwater drainage channel and then

to Hackberry Creek, or into a 203,000-gallon valve-controlled sump. The NE Cargo sump

is currently used for emergency spill containment only; any dry weather or unpermitted

discharges collected in the sump are vacuumed and transported to either the DFW Airport

Pretreatment Plant or disposed of offsite. During wet weather events and normal

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operations, the sump valve remains open and stormwater runoff flows through the sump

valve to various stormwater outfalls discharging into Hackberry Creek. In the event of a

spill or a release, the sump valve can be closed as an engineering control to minimize

impacts to surface water or the environment.

3.2 Storm Drainage System -Terminal and Cargo Public-Side, Airfield, Airport Facilities, Tenant Facilities, and Roadways

Stormwater flows originating from airfield runway and taxiway areas discharge directly to

receiving waters, via DFW Airport’s stormwater collection systems. Similar to airfield

runways and taxiways, storm drain inlets supporting roadways, public-sides of Terminal

areas, general parking areas, DFW Airport offices and municipal buildings, most tenant

leaseholds, recreational facilities, and the rental car complex, also discharge directly to

the DFW Airport stormwater collection system, which in turn discharges flows to the

nearest receiving water or MS4. Some DFW Airport maintenance facilities and tenant

facilities are constructed with stormwater structural controls designed specifically to treat

first flush stormwater before its discharge into downstream waters or collection systems.

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4.0 IMPAIRED WATERS AND ENDANGERED SPECIES

Per the MS4 Permit, discharges of pollutants of concern to impaired water bodies are not eligible

for coverage under the TXR040000 permit, unless discharges are consistent with an approved

TCEQ and EPA Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL). On December 11, 2013, the TCEQ approved

the Implementation Plan for TMDL for Bacteria in the Greater Trinity River Region as submitted

by the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG). DFW Airport is subject to the

TMDL permit requirements for a small area of drainage to the Elm Fork River tributaries of

Grapevine Creek and Cottonwood Branch Creeks (Segments 0822) as well as Bear Creek and

Big Bear Creek (Segment 0841). The goal for the Bear Creek, Cottonwood Branch, and

Grapevine Creek TMDL is to maintain concentrations of E. coli below the geometric mean criterion

of 126 MPN/100 mL.

4.1 Targeted Pollutants of Concern

The SWMP will address the discharge of bacteria to impaired waters and waters with

approved Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) and shall assess the progress in reducing

those pollutants throughout the term of the permit. DFW Airport implementation strategies

will focus on controlling potential sources of bacteria with proper management of sanitary

sewer systems, eliminating illicit discharges, and minimizing wildlife and domestic animal

inputs by utilizing applicable BMPs as outlined in the NCTCOG Regional Implementation

Plan. As required by the permit, an ongoing assessment of water quality improvements

will be addressed by reporting and evaluating analytical results for E. Coli through DFW’s

IDDE program and Watershed Monitoring programs. The Airport will also focus on

implementing BMPs which educate employees, tenants, and contractors on sanitary

sewer overflows, conducting preventative maintenance on sanitary structural controls,

encouraging employees and passengers to pick up pet waste.

In addition to the Minimum Control Measures detailed later in this plan, DFW Airport is

implementing the following targeted controls to reduce the discharge of bacteria into

impaired waters:

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• The Airport will comply with the developed Sanitary Sewer System Operations and

Maintenance Manual which addresses the aspects included in a traditional

Capacity Management, Operation, and Maintenance (C-MOM) program. This plan

defines how DFW Airport employs proper maintenance programs and routinely

evaluates system capacities to minimize the occurrence of sanitary sewer

overflows (SSOs). A report summarizing all maintenance performed on the

sanitary sewer system and identifying the improvements that will be pursued for

the next fiscal year will be completed annually.

• DFW Airport is overseeing a grease recycling contract on behalf of terminal

concessionaires to facilitate food grease recovery and recycling. This activity is

intended to minimize the amount of food grease discharged to the sanitary sewer

system, which could contribute to the blockage of sanitary sewer pipes and the

occurrence of SSOs.

• The Airport will continue to develop and distribute educational materials to terminal

concessionaires regarding the importance of proper management of food grease

in attempt to minimize the discharge of grease into DFW’s sanitary sewer collection

system. The quantity of materials distributed as well as the audience profile will

be documented with EAD’s outreach programs.

• DFW Airport will conduct routine inspections at the DPS 4 K-9 facility to ensure

adequate BMPs are being employed to reduce the discharge of bacteria into the

stormwater collection system.

• The Airport will continue to participate in relevant NCTCOG Stormwater

Subcommittees to remain apprised of the water quality conditions for the Greater

Trinity River Region and the various programs or projects that can be considered

to improve conditions.

• Since 2015, DFW Airport has partnered with the TRA and the TCEQ through active

participation in the Texas Clean Rivers Program. As a member of the program,

DFW Airport must routinely monitor and sample various receiving waters

traversing through airport property. Routine analysis of an assortment of water

quality parameters acts as another mechanism to protect receiving waters by

promptly identifying water quality concerns, while enhancing the region’s water

quality monitoring network.

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4.2 Endangered Species

The MS4 Permit prohibits discharges that would adversely affect listed endangered or

threatened species or their critical habitat. DFW Airport is not aware of allowable non-

stormwater discharges or stormwater discharges authorized per this permit that would

adversely affect such species. Furthermore, DFW Airport performs a Protected Species

Habitat assessment to ensure endangered or threatened species are not being

adversely impacted during any Airport development project as part of the National

Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process.

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5.0 PERMIT AUTHORIZATION AND SWMP

In accordance with TPDES General Permit No. TXR040000, the SWMP represents a

comprehensive 5-year program intended to manage the quality of stormwater discharges from

the MS4 into receiving waters of the U.S. The SWMP is developed and implemented in a manner

which prevents and/or reduces pollution in stormwater discharges to the MEP, effectively prohibits

illicit discharges to the storm system, protects water quality, and satisfies the appropriate water

quality requirements of the CWA and TWC. A completed Notice of Intent (NOI) is provided in

Section 2.0.

5.1 Permit Application

The NOI has been completed on a form approved by the TCEQ’s Executive Director and

contains the operator and site information. In addition, an application fee of $400 will be

submitted with the completed NOI and SWMP. Following permit issuance, an annual $100

Water Quality fee will additionally be paid by DFW Airport.

Following written instructions from the TCEQ’s Office of Chief Clerk, DFW Airport will

publish the Executive Director’s preliminary decision on the submitted NOI and SWMP in

the newspapers of largest circulation in Dallas and Tarrant counties in order to provide an

opportunity for public comment. Additionally, copies of the general permit and fact sheet,

the completed NOI, and the SWMP must be made available in a public location so that

the information may be viewed by interested parties. The public comment period will last

30 days from the date of notice publication; however, if a public meeting is requested, the

comment period will end at the close of the public meeting. The Executive Director will

make a final decision on permit approval subsequent to the public comment period.

5.2 SWMP and Applicable Minimum Control Measures

DFW Airport is considered a Level 2 non-traditional small MS4, and is required to develop

an effective stormwater management program addressing the following five minimum

control measures (MCMs):

1. Public Education, Outreach, and Involvement

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2. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination

3. Construction Site Stormwater Runoff Control

4. Post Construction Stormwater Management in New Development and Re-

development

5. Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations

MCM No. 6, Industrial Stormwater Sources, is only applicable to Level 4 MS4 operators;

therefore, DFW Airport is not subject to this permit requirement. Additionally, the permit

allows for the incorporation of a seventh MCM, Authorization for Municipal Construction

Activities. This MCM provides an opportunity for stormwater construction discharges to

be authorized under the MS4 permit as opposed to obtaining a separate stormwater

construction general permit for each individual construction project (where permit

coverage is required). DFW Airport will not incorporate the 7th optional MCM in to the

SWMP, and, will continue to obtain separate stormwater construction permits for all

construction activities subject to permitting requirements.

According to the general permit, existing programs or best management practices (BMPs)

may be utilized to satisfy the permit requirements. DFW Airport currently maintains a

Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWP3). Many key BMPs and good housekeeping

practices outlined in the SWP3 will also be incorporated into the SWMP (included in

Appendix B).

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6.0 DFW AIRPORT MINIMUM CONTROL MEASURES

The following programs or projects will be enacted throughout the five-year permit term as

described in the following subsections and will address the following MCMs:

▪ Public Education, Outreach, and Involvement

▪ Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination

▪ Construction Site Stormwater Runoff Control

▪ Post Construction Stormwater Management in New Development and Re-

development

▪ Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations

6.1 MCM #1 Public Education, Outreach, and Involvement

A comprehensive Public Education, Outreach, and Involvement program will continue to

be implemented throughout the term of the permit to ensure target audiences are

educated about the consequences of stormwater pollution as it relates to the air

transportation industry, construction activities, commercial industries, and general

activities contributing to point and non-point source pollution. The Public Education,

Outreach, and Involvement MCM will facilitate DFW Airport’s overall goal to reduce

environmental pollution generated by target audiences. This program will be developed

in a manner to ensure educational materials and resources are made available to the

various groups and entities that have the potential to impact the quality of stormwater

runoff at DFW Airport. Public Education Materials will focus on environmental rules and

airport policies, pollution prevention at work and at home, stormwater awareness, and spill

response. The Public Education, Outreach, and Involvement program will target DFW

Airport Board employees and contract employees, onsite vendors, Airport tenants and

subtenants, contract workers involved with all construction or maintenance-related

projects, visitors and travelers, and local communities. Educational material will

encourage target audiences to re-evaluate current practices and consider alternatives

which engender less environmental impact. Changes to Public Education and Outreach

MCMs from the previous permit term generally involve consolidation of existing outreach

activities into fewer MCMs to allow for easier tracking and to avoid redundancy in outreach

endeavors. The following MCMs will be executed during the permit term.

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I. Employee Stormwater Awareness Training Responsible Department EAD, Human Resources, and Operations

Target Audience Board Employees, Tenants, Contractors Project Description The DFW Airport Board EAD will continue to implement an annual online Stormwater Awareness Training course. This course is required for all employees engaging in activities with the potential to impact stormwater. Stormwater Awareness training educates employees on the critical importance of integrating appropriate pollution prevention measures into their daily activities. Course content will be reviewed and updated annually and made available to all airport employees through the DFW Airport Learning Hub. Additionally, this course will be made available externally through the DFW Airport website to facilitate tenant and contractor course completion. Implementation Schedule

Year Activity Metric

1 Update training module and initiate online training prior to September 1st.

Number of Board employees trained









MCM 1: PUBLIC EDUCATION, OUTREACH, AND INVOLVEMENT

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II. Community Outreach and Education Responsible Department EAD

Target Audience Residents and Local Communities Project Description DFW Airport will continue to engage with schools, residents, and community organizations via outreach programs where staff can provide stakeholders with a basic understanding of pollution prevention as well as Airport stewardship and sustainability initiatives. Community Outreach and Education will include the distribution of educational materials thru a variety of resources, the use of environmental kiosks, and participation in environmental fairs, airport tours, and career days at local schools and universities with an emphasis on new audiences, novel venues, and innovative educational strategies. These programs represent an effective means to engage with non-traditional air transportation audiences as well as ensure the availability of relevant resources to the diverse array of groups and entities with the capacity to impact stormwater runoff quality associated with Airport water bodies. Implementation Schedule


1 Community Outreach events and Distribution of Educational Materials

Report the number of individuals engaged










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III. Tenant Partnership

Responsible Department EAD, Aviation Real Estate, Operations, Commercial Development, & Concessions Target Audience Tenants, Contractors, Concessionaires Project Description EAD will continue to establish tenant partnerships and offer training and activities focused on promoting environmental awareness and building a culture of environmental stewardship. Examples of tenant partnership efforts include terminal ramp walks focusing on litter and spill prevention, Earth Day and DFW Airport Expo activities, and litter-pick up events.

Implementation Schedule


1 Participate in partnership event Number of Events per Year






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IV. DFW Airport Stormwater Website

Responsible Department EAD, Communications & Marketing

Target Audience Tenants and General Public Project Description EAD will partner with Communications & Marketing to develop a more user-friendly stormwater website for airport tenants and the general public. The website will focus on stormwater pollution prevention and education. Additionally, information pertaining to various DFW environmental initiatives, such as water conservation, watershed monitoring, and public outreach, will be provided. The website will facilitate access to the Airport’s Annual Stormwater Report to the TCEQ, the Stormwater Management Plan (SWMP), and a variety of relevant educational materials, and can be accessible from DFW’s homepage, https://www.dfwairport.com/sustainability/index.php



1 Submit framework for new stormwater webpage to DFW Communications & Marketing.

Complete by September 30, 2019

2 Update new Stormwater Webpage Complete by September 30, 2020

3 Upload current MS4 Annual Report onto webpage

Complete by January 31st each year and track the number of website hits






https://www.dfwairport.com/sustainability/index.php

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6.2 MCM # 2 Illicit Discharge Detection Elimination (IDDE)

According to the TPDES MS4 General Permit, an illicit discharge is defined as any

discharge to an MS4 that is not entirely composed of stormwater, with the exception of

discharges authorized under this general permit or a separate authorization and

discharges resulting from emergency firefighting activities. Allowable non-stormwater

discharges currently authorized under the TPDES MS4 Permit include:

▪ Water line flushing (excluding discharges of hyperchlorinated water, unless the

water is first dechlorinated and discharges are not expected to adversely affect

aquatic life)

▪ Runoff or return flow from landscape/lawn irrigation, and other irrigations utilizing

potable water, groundwater, or surface water sources

▪ Discharges from potable water sources that do not violate Texas Surface Water

Quality Standards

▪ Diverted stream flows

▪ Rising ground waters and springs

▪ Uncontaminated ground water infiltration

▪ Uncontaminated pumped ground water

▪ Foundation and footing drains

▪ Air conditioning condensation

▪ Water from crawl space pumps

▪ Individual residential vehicle washing

▪ Flows from wetlands and riparian habitats

▪ Dechlorinated swimming pool discharges that do not violate Texas Surface Water

Quality Standards

▪ Street wash water excluding street sweeper wastewater

▪ Discharges or flows from emergency firefighting activities (firefighting activities do

not include washing of trucks, run-off water from training activities, test water from

fire suppression systems, and similar activities)

▪ Other allowable non-stormwater discharges listed in 40CFR122.26(d)(2)(iv)(B)(1)

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▪ Non-stormwater discharges that are specifically listed in the TPDES Multi-Sector

General Permit (MSGP) TXR050000 or the TPDES Construction General Permit

(CGP) TXR150000

▪ Discharges that are authorized by a TPDES or National Pollutant Discharge

Elimination System (NPDES) permit or that are not required to be permitted

▪ Other similar occasional incidental non-stormwater discharges such as spray park

water, unless the TCEQ develops permits or regulations addressing these

discharges.

The DFW Airport Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) program will be

focused on educating Airport Board employees and contractors, tenants, travelers, and

visitors on the distinction between allowable and non-allowable non-stormwater

discharges. Additionally, the IDDE program will concentrate on identifying illicit discharges

or connections, and eliminating those discharges. Employees are trained to report any

non-allowable discharges or spills immediately to the Airport Operations Center at 972-

973-3112, who will then contact EAD. In addition, the general public can report

environmental concerns or illicit discharges to the [email protected] email

address posted on the Sustainability/Environmental website’s contact page. The

Environmental Affairs Department utilizes Spill Response and Release Procedures to

document spills or unauthorized releases and notify proper authorities, per Federal and

State regulations. In addition, a BMP Guidance Document which includes guidance on

reporting and eliminating non-allowable, non-stormwater discharges is incorporated into

the DFW Airport SWP3 and made available online to all employees, tenants, and

contractors at https://www.dfwairport.com/sustainability/index.php. Goals and metrics

incorporate conducting periodic audits to verify BMP implementation and good

housekeeping practices at airport facilities; in addition to dry weather inspections at

stormwater outfalls in order to identify potential illicit discharges. The following MCMs

related to Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination will be implemented during the 5-year

permit term.

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I. Storm Drain Stenciling Responsible Department EAD, ETAM

Target Audience Board Employees, Tenants, Contractors, Travelers Project Description Storm drain stenciling identifies storm drain inlets for the purpose of minimizing occurrences of illegal dumping and other unauthorized releases to the storm sewer collection system. Stencils discouraging storm drain dumping are placed in sensitive areas on both the public and airsides of the Airport. Stenciling is conducted by DFW Board departments as well as tenants and contractors in order to enhance public awareness and discourage illicit discharges. DFW Airport will continue to stencil inlets located proximal to areas with high industrial or commercial activity. EAD will collaborate with the appropriate departments in order to integrate stenciling into future developments. Implementation Schedule


1 Identify areas to be stenciled or restenciled.

Number of drains stenciled









MCM 2: ILLICIT DISCHARGE, DETECTION, AND ELIMINATION

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II. New Outfall Characterization and Dry Weather Screening Program Responsible Department EAD

Target Audience Board Employees, Tenants, Contractors, Project Description DFW Airport Environmental Affairs Department (EAD) has characterized over 100 stormwater outfalls located on Airport property. The objective of this characterization was to assess both the physical condition of the stormwater infrastructure and the quality of water discharging from the outfall into the downstream waterbody. For the past five years, EAD has collected data on the physical characteristics of the water (for outfalls with dry weather discharges), including field and analytical data. The collected data have been used to identify potential illicit discharges and establish baseline values. These values enable staff the ability to recognize variances or when upstream conditions may be negatively impacting water quality. Due to the extensive nature of data collected and the establishment of effective baselines, EAD has decided to focus ongoing characterizations on newly created stormwater outfalls as well as verifying that dry weather discharges from existing outfalls occur within baselines. Dry weather screening will be conducted only for those outfalls supporting sensitive areas where stormwater runoff is discharged from selected industrial or commercial facilities. Implementation Schedule


1 Conduct characterizations on new outfalls and complete dry weather screening

Report the number of new outfalls char-acterized and existing outfalls screened.










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III. Watershed Monitoring Responsible Department EAD

Target Audience Board Employees, Project Description EAD currently administers a Watershed Management Program in which five major creeks are routinely sampled at strategic monitoring locations. Additionally, DFW Airport participates in the Clean Rivers initiative, a joint effort by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and regional water authorities, including the Trinity River Authority in DFW. By assessing the data collected through the Watershed Management Program, EAD staff can more accurately determine when fluctuations in water quality data are the result of natural occurrences or upstream activities and when utilization of more aggressive upstream stormwater treatment systems may be required.



1 Conduct routine watershed monitoring Conduct an annual trend analysis report for major parameters at each watershed by September 30th.






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IV. First Flush Stormwater System Preventive Maintenance Program Responsible Department ETAM

Target Audience Board Employees Project Description DFW will continue to implement a regular maintenance program to support infrastructure integrity and water quality for major components of the Airport’s stormwater collection system. An inventory of all Type D inlets, Type B1 inlets, fuel separators, and stormwater treatment units considered to be part of the DFW MS4 and not associated with a tenant occupied facility are maintained by ETAM’s Systems Performance team. These structures are inspected at least annually and cleaned as required. In addition, DFW will conduct annual inspections and perform necessary cleaning and maintenance of storm sewer channels on an as-needed basis as determined by ETAM personnel with the input of EAD.



1 First Flush system PM program

Complete annual inspection and cleaning of stormwater structural controls

2 First Flush system PM program Complete annual inspection and cleaning of stormwater structural controls





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V. Individual Permit Monitoring Responsible Department EAD Target Audience Board Employees Project Description EAD will perform monthly stormwater monitoring and sampling at five individually permitted outfalls when rainfall, discharge, and permit sampling conditions are satisfied. Laboratory analysis of samples will be used to illustrate compliance with Individual Permit effluent limitations and to identify significant sources of pollution and their associated activities or tenants. Trending of analytical data collected at individually permitted outfalls will not only be used as a means to evaluate the effectiveness of pollution prevention measures, but also a tactic to detect unauthorized discharges due to activities performed in the Central Terminal Area. Implementation Schedule


1 Conduct individual permit monitoring Document analytical data as identified in the individual permit






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VI. Central Terminal Area Monitoring Responsible Department EAD

Target Audience Board Employees Project Description As part of the Agreed Order Affected Property Assessment (APAR) performed in 2001, several “bell and spigot” joints in the storm sewer reinforced concrete pipes (RCP) were observed to be infiltrating water and potentially fuel in areas where the original seals had deteriorated. As a result, EAD initiated a storm sewer inspection program at Terminals A, B, C and E to identify areas where water or weathered jet fuel was seeping through damaged or missing seals between the storm sewer joints. EAD will also oversee all repairs and sealing activities performed in order to prevent any further illicit discharges from entering the storm sewer system. EAD will require contractors to prepare a construction report that detailing areas repaired, materials (identity and quantity) utilized for repairs, condition of repaired seals, and the pre-repair rate of jet fuel infiltration (minimal, moderate, prominent). Implementation Schedule


1 Conduct quarterly inspections and create a checklist to allow trending of new versus reoccurring illicit discharges

Document number of joints repaired and create new checklist prior to September 30, 2019.

2 Conduct quarterly inspections Document number of joints sealed and report new and reoccurring illicit discharges

3 Conduct quarterly inspections Document number of joints repaired and report new and reoccurring illicit discharges




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VII. Sensitive Systems Inventory for CTA Responsible Department ETAM Target Audience Board Employees Project Description The Central Terminal Area (CTA) is one of DFW’s most dynamic locations on Airport property, supporting a large number of operators conducting activities ranging from aircraft logistics to terminal and traveler support. Airport staff must operate and maintain a variety of interconnected utility systems related to water supply, wastewater management, and cooling systems. These systems are considered to be sensitive in regard to environmental risk because of the types of chemicals or wastewaters that could be released in the event of a system failure. Examples of equipment that support such systems include grease traps, sump pumps, PCA units, and spill containment areas. To ensure that equipment is appropriately identified in DFW’s work order (WO) maintenance system, DFW’s Terminal QA Team will perform a field inventory at all Board managed terminals (i.e. terminals B, D, and E). The goal is to ensure equipment is appropriately incorporated into the DFW maintenance system and maintenance is being performed in accordance with manufacturer recommendations to minimize the occurrence equipment failure. Implementation Schedule


1 Develop a plan and schedule to identify and conduct a field inventory for sensitive utility systems in Terminals B, D, and E

Initiate field inventory prior by September 30, 2019.

2 Complete the field inventory at Terminals B, D and E.

Complete field inventory and WO System Update by September 30, 2020

3 Perform routine QA on sensitive systems Document condition of sensitive systems




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VIII. Terminal Grease Trap Preventive Maintenance Program Responsible Department ETAM

Target Audience Board Employees, Concessions, Travelers Project Description ETAM will continue to conduct monthly preventative maintenance for all grease trap units supporting terminal concessionaires. Routine preventive maintenance will reduce the occurrence of illicit discharges resulting from grease trap overflows or system failures in the CTA. Implementation Schedule


1 Conduct monthly grease trap PM Document number of grease trap inspections and cleanings






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6.3 MCM # 3 Construction Site Runoff Control DFW’s construction activities are closely monitored by the Design and Construction team

through implementation of a Construction Application (CA) process. The goal of the CA

process is to minimize the environmental impacts from construction activities including the

reduction of sediment, suspended materials, and other pollutants discharging into the

MS4. To ensure this goal is met, the EAD reviews construction design plans for potential

water quality impacts prior to issuing a building permit, and ensures all projects disturbing

1 acre or greater prepare a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) in accordance

with TXR150000. EAD staff review construction SWPPPs and utilize a SWPPP checklist

to identify the requirements listed in the TXR150000 permit. The reviewer requires all

SWPPPs to:

• Utilize BMPs for erosion and sediment control

• Identify procedures for initiating and completing stabilization

• Identify BMPs for vehicle washing and other wash waters

• Identify BMPs for managing stormwater runoff from building materials

• Identify BMPs for construction waste, sanitary waste, and other materials

• Identify BMPs for spills and leaks

• Prohibit discharges not covered under the TXR150000 permit such as soaps,

solvents, fuels, and oils

After reviewing the design plans and SWPPP, an Environmental Compliance Inspector is

assigned to the project. The compliance inspector conducts routine site visits and reviews

documentation to confirm the project adheres to the requirements in their SWPPP. The

inspector confirms that BMPs are followed for vehicle washing, material management, and

waste management; erosion and sediment controls are properly installed and maintained;

stabilization is initiated; and no illicit discharges have occurred. Any non-compliances are

noted in the inspection report and communicated to all stakeholders.

Over the next five years, pollutants associated with construction activities will be mitigated

by incorporating the following MCMs verifying adequate use of stormwater controls during

design review, utilizing more effective BMPs, and developing an education and training

program.

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I. Construction Application Review Process Responsible Department EAD, DCC

Target Audience Board Employees, Contractors Project Description EAD manages a construction application (CA) review process for all permitted DFW Airport construction projects. Projects are assessed for potential environmental impacts and tracked throughout the construction process. Implementation Schedule


1 Maintain database to track active construction projects

Track the number of active SWPPPs and ECPs









MCM 3: CONSTRUCTION SITE STORMWATER RUNOFF CONTROL

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II. Construction Site Inspections Responsible Department EAD, DCC

Target Audience Board Employees, Contractors Project Description DFW EAD inspects DFW permitted construction projects with an active Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) or Erosion Control Plan (ECP). Inspections assess the condition and effectiveness of structural controls, the implementation of BMPs, and the quality of stormwater runoff exiting construction project sites. Implementation Schedule


1 Inspect DFW permitted construction projects.

Track the number of construction inspections conducted in the reporting year










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III. Concrete Washout Bin Contract Responsible Department EAD, DCC

Target Audience Board Employees, Contractors Project Description EAD provides concrete truck washout containers to DFW Airport board-funded construction projects. Concrete truck washout containers prevent the discharge of concrete truck washout water and solids to the DFW stormwater collection system. In addition, 100% of concrete washout water and solids are recycled. Implementation Schedule


1 Provide concrete truck washout containers to DFW Board-funded construction projects.

Document amount of waste collected and recycled annually.










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IV. Stormwater Construction Education Responsible Department EAD, DCC

Target Audience Board Employees, Contractors Project Description DFW Airport EAD will develop and implement a construction stormwater education and training program. The program will educate and train contractors and DFW employees on construction stormwater runoff controls. Implementation Schedule


1 Develop a construction stormwater education and training course

Develop training course and associated materials before September 30th.

2 Conduct the construction stormwater education and training program

Document the number of contractors and DFW employees trained in each reporting year








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6.4 MCM # 4 Post-Construction Stormwater Management in New Development and Redevelopment

Currently EAD implements a Post-Construction Program with an ultimate goal of minimizing

the discharge of stormwater pollutants such as oil and grease, trash, sediment, and

suspended materials generated from post-construction activities by incorporating both

structural and non-structural controls during the design phase of commercial developments

prior to occupancy. Specific guidance on the design and construction of stormwater

structural controls can be obtained from the Airport’s Design Criteria Manual and

Stormwater Drainage Master Plan. Proper upkeep and preventive maintenance of all

structural controls is required per Chapter 6A-9 of DFW’s Storm Water Rules and

Regulations.

Goals will be measured by conducting periodic inspections to verify the BMP

implementation and good housekeeping practices, inspecting stormwater structural controls

and inspection records, assessing the quality of stormwater runoff, and analyzing general

water quality data for receiving waters. The Post-Construction Stormwater Management

program will focus on establishing tenant relationships to ensure compliance with airport

rules and policies as well as state and federal environmental regulations and improve

environmental awareness and pollution prevention. The MCMs will be implemented to

address the Post-Construction Stormwater Management in Redevelopment.

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I. DFW Pollution Prevention Program (P3) Responsible Department EAD, Commercial Development

Target Audience Board Employees, Tenants, Subtenants Project Description EAD will continue the Pollution Prevention Plan (P3) program targeting airport tenants and subtenants. The P3 program will be used to promote collaboration, engagement, and environmental awareness between EAD, developers, and airport tenants. Tenants frequently have very little knowledge of airport standards and environmental requirements. This program will enable tenants to gain essential information regarding airport policies, regulatory responsibilities, and best management practices to ensure compliance and minimize environmental impacts. In addition to reviewing all completed P3 Plans, EAD will verify tenant activities and implementation of BMPs with onsite inspections.



1 Review P3 Plans and inspect non-regulated tenant facilities

Document number of reviewed P3 Plans or non-regulated tenant inspections conducted









MCM 4: POST CONSTRUCTION STORMWATER MANAGEMENT IN NEW DEVELOPMENT AND REDEVELOPMENT

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II. Tenant Stormwater Structural Control Maintenance Program Responsible Department EAD

Target Audience Board Employees, Tenants Project Description EAD will implement a post-construction stormwater structural control inspection program to ensure stormwater treatment systems are being appropriately maintained and operating in a manner that minimizes stomrwater pollution. EAD will develop a database and mapping tool to identify specific tenant operated stormwater structural controls. An inspection and maintenance verification program will also be developed to confirm adequate maintenance of identifed controls. The type of stormwater control structures that will be adressed in this program include, but are not limited to,:

• Stormwater treatment units or oil/water separators

• Dry detention ponds

• Bioswales and Biofiltration systems Implementation Schedule


1 Initiate an audit to identify all existing tenant operated stormwater structural controls

Initiate audit prior to September 30th, 2019

2 Complete stormwater structural control audit and create a database and mapping tool for all control structures

Prior to September 30th, 2020

3 Implement an inspection program to verify proper PM of structural controls

Document the number of inspections during the reporting year






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III. Airport Image Elements Baseline Leasehold Development Criteria

Responsible Department Planning

Target Audience Developers, Contractors Project Description The Airport Image Elements and Baseline Leasehold Development Criteria establishes an institutional culture of aesthetic excellence, natural resource conservation, and low impact development. This document outlines specific criteria for sustainable landscaping and hardscaping, low water-use irrigation systems, first flush stormwater systems, and grading recommendations. DFW’s Planning Department will continue to review all new Plans of Development to ensure the continued utilization of design criteria for new project designs. Implementation Schedule


1 Enforce the criteria in Airport Image Elements Document the specific water-related standards applied to each project

2 Enforce the criteria in Airport Image Elements Document the specific water related standards applied to each project





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6.5 MCM # 5: Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations

The Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations program will

ensure environmental awareness and stewardship are promoted to all airport personnel

and contract workers. The overall goal will be a reduction in the discharge of stormwater

pollutants into the DFW Airport stormwater collection systems and associated receiving

waters to the MEP. BMPs and Good Housekeeping Practices are incorporated into

activities conducted by DFW Airport Board employees and contract workers through a

combination of training, the implementation of BMPs, and the development of related

operating procedures. Airport Board employees are required to complete annual

stormwater awareness training to reinforce the importance of good housekeeping

practices, BMP implementation, and spill prevention and clean-up. An Environmental and

Safety Provisions section is incorporated into airport maintenance contracts, requiring

contractors to adhere to various environmental rules, BMPs, and airport spill reporting

procedures. In addition to the standard Environmental Provision section of airport

contracts, DFW will also provide more specific instruction on environmental BMPs and

waste disposal requirements in the specific Scope of Work for those contracts related to

municipal services. MS4 staff will receive regular training from a variety of sources to stay

up to date on industrial, construction, and municipal stormwater management practices

including on-the-job training, educational webinars, professional organizations, and

industry conferences. Lastly, the Airport’s Environmental Management System will be

used for not only overall environmental performance but also a quality assurance tool to

ensure Airport activities conducted by all employees and contractors are being conducted

in manner conforming to environmental regulations and established Airport standards.

Goals will be measured by conducting periodic audits to verify the BMP implementation

and good housekeeping practices, by annually assessing the conditions of impacted

watersheds, and evaluating the quality of stormwater runoff from storm sewer systems.

The following MCMs will be implemented to address the Pollution Prevention and Good

Housekeeping for Municipal Operations MCM.

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I. Litter Control Program Responsible Department EAD, ETAM

Target Audience Board Employees, Tenants Project Description DFW Airport Energy, Transportation, & Asset Management currently manages a litter pick-up program which entails the manual pick up and removal of litter discovered throughout airport grounds, including terminals, remote and express parking lots, toll plazas, board operated facilities, rental car facilities, roadways, and areas 5E & 6E. Additionally, crews are designated to perform litter pick up in streams and creeks, including storm drain outfalls, channels, swales, and ditches. These locations are designated annually and coordinated with ongoing storm drain channel maintenance efforts. Implementation Schedule


1 Continue current litter pick up program for designated areas

Document amount of trash collected, or hours worked









MCM 5: POLLUTION PREVENTION AND GOOD HOUSEKEEPING FOR MUNICIPAL OPERATIONS

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II. Good Housekeeping Practices Responsible Department EAD

Target Audience Board Employees, Tenants Project Description DFW Airport currently implements a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWP3) to satisfy requirements of the Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial operations. As a requirement of the SWP3, DFW Airport board employees and shared SWP3 participants are required to implement best management practices (BMPs) as outlined in the DFW Airport’s BMP Guidance Document. This is a working document specific to operations conducted at the Airport and is updated as needed to reflect preventative measures necessitated by activities with the potential to affect stormwater runoff. Inspected areas include all board owned and operated equipment storage and maintenance facilities, fuel storage facilities, hazardous waste yards, material storage areas, buildings, pavements and grounds, vehicle storage and maintenance yards, central utilities plants, solid waste facilities, common areas, and public terminal where pet waste disposal areas are located. Implementation Schedule


1 Conduct routine exterior inspections at Board maintenance facilities

Complete inspections each quarter










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III. Environmental Observation Program Responsible Department EAD

Target Audience Board Employees, Tenants Project Description An Environmental Observation program is currently operated by EAD to identify and correct environmental incidences often associated with poor housekeeping practices, inadequate spill response and clean-up, and inadequate BMP implementation. Field inspections are conducted by qualified stormwater personnel. Inspection reports are prepared and distributed to responsible parties; reports outline the issue and required corrective actions. Follow-up inspections are also conducted to verity the implementation of appropriate best management and good housekeeping practice as a means to reduce the discharge of pollutants into the DFW Airport stormwater collection system. Implementation Schedule


1 Conduct Environmental Observations throughout the year

Document number of observations completed and the percentage of reoccurring violators










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IV. Stormwater Collection System Assessment Program Responsible Department ETAM

Target Audience Board Employees, Local Communities Project Description ETAM’s Systems Performance team will be initiating a more proactive approach to manage the overall stormwater drainage system. During the next five years, more technical channel assessments and stormwater modeling will be completed for all watersheds to identify existing flooding, erosion, and water quality concerns. Engineers will use the information gathered to formulate improved maintenance strategies and more specific green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) and low impact development (LID) strategies for each watershed. Implementation Schedule


1 Continue channel assessment and modeling efforts for various airport watersheds.

Document which channels were assessed.

2 Complete all watershed assessment studies and modeling.

Complete watershed assessment studies by September 30, 2020

3 Develop a new stormwater maintenance program.

Complete by September 30, 2021

4 Implement new stormwater maintenance program.

Document all maintenance activities and corrective actions for fiscal year.

5 Implement new stormwater maintenance program.

Document all maintenance activities and corrective actions for the fiscal year.


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V. Chemical Management Program Responsible Department ETAM

Target Audience Board Employees, Contracts

Project Description DFW Airport currently contracts grounds and pest management services to be performed throughout the Airport. Contracts are overseen by Asset Management and areas to be maintained are categorized as high, medium, or low priority based on visibility requirements and aviation standards. Contract language specifies requirements for use of lower toxicity, eco-friendly pesticides and herbicides that represent the lowest possible hazard to the surrounding environment. In addition, the Airport routinely practices proactive chem

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