8-705.A. State of Colorado Water Quality Control Commission (WQCC) Discharge Permit Required. Dewatering shall not be allowed to start unless a WQCC discharge permit is in place. Temporary construction dewatering activities fall into this category and any construction activity that discharges groundwater to State waters must obtain a permit. The WQCC general permit is not automatically in effect and the WQCC must be notified through a formal application process before the general permit will apply to a specific activity. Any discharges without first making application and receiving the permit are unauthorized. Compliance with the water quality discharge standards established in the permit is required as long as dewatering activities occur.

8-705.B. Town Authority. The Town retains the authority to inspect the dewatering facilities prior to, and periodically during dewatering activities. If the facilities are found to be non functional, or if dewatering activities are occurring contrary to Town direction and the requirements of this division, the Town may require cessation of dewatering until the facility is repaired or improved and is functioning properly.