What does the County's Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Program consider surface water?

As defined in the Washtenaw County Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Ordinance, Surface water is any water including ponds (as defined), lakes, streams, rivers, county drains (as defined) storm drains (as defined) and wetlands, which holds or conveys water continually or seasonally. For more information, contact the Soil Erosion Control program at 734-222-6860.

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1. Why is erosion and sediment control important?
2. What local units of government does the Washtenaw County SESC Program have jurisdiction in?
3. What activities require a permit or waiver?
4. What does the County's Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Program consider surface water?
5. Where do I apply for a permit and how long does the process take?
6. How long is the permit valid?
7. Can a soil erosion permit be transferred?
8. Are there penalties associated with Part 91, Washtenaw County SESC Ordinance?
9. Will I need a Michigan Department of Environmental Quality permit?
10. Who do I contact for further information?