Stormwater SCM Installation, Maintenance, and Inspection Services in North Carolina
North Carolina uses the term Stormwater Control Measures (SCMs) throughout its regulatory framework, a terminology distinction from the BMP language used in most other states. Post-construction SCM inspection and maintenance obligations are administered by the Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources (DEMLR) within the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) under 15A NCAC 02H. Annual SCM inspection reports must be submitted by June 30 of each year by a qualified professional, creating a firm annual compliance deadline that property owners must plan for well in advance. Exact Stormwater Management provides stormwater SCM installation, maintenance, and inspection services across North Carolina, supporting commercial property owners, HOAs, municipalities, and contractors working under NCDEQ's post-construction requirements.
North Carolina Stormwater Regulatory Context
North Carolina's post-construction stormwater program under 15A NCAC 02H requires that annual SCM inspection reports be submitted to NCDEQ by June 30 of each year. Inspections must be performed by a qualified professional, which NCDEQ defines as a licensed professional engineer, landscape architect, or an individual certified through an approved program such as the NC State University BMP Inspection and Maintenance Certification. When an inspection identifies repair needs, responsible parties generally have 90 days to complete corrections. Projects located in the Neuse River Basin are subject to additional nitrogen and phosphorus reduction requirements beyond standard SCM performance criteria. The June 30 reporting deadline is firm, and late or missing submissions can trigger compliance notices from NCDEQ or the local permitting authority. Exact Stormwater provides inspection, maintenance, and installation services aligned with NCDEQ's SCM standards, and our inspection reports are structured to meet the annual reporting requirements applicable to North Carolina property owners.
Need a certified stormwater SCM inspection or maintenance plan in North Carolina? Call (804) 302-5151 or contact us to request a quote.
Who We Serve in North Carolina
Exact serves commercial property owners, HOAs, municipalities, general contractors, and land developers across North Carolina. Our clients include property owners managing SCMs under NCDEQ post-construction permits, commercial developments with annual June 30 inspection reporting obligations, Neuse River Basin properties with nutrient reduction compliance requirements, and construction contractors working under active NCDEQ erosion and sediment control permits. We serve clients across the Piedmont, Triangle, Charlotte metro, and coastal North Carolina markets.
Frequently Asked Questions: North Carolina Stormwater SCM Services
How often do stormwater SCMs need to be inspected in North Carolina?
Stormwater SCMs in North Carolina must be inspected at least annually under NCDEQ's post-construction requirements. Annual SCM inspection reports must be submitted to NCDEQ or the local permitting authority by June 30 of each year. The inspection must be performed by a qualified professional as defined by 15A NCAC 02H, which includes licensed engineers, landscape architects, and individuals certified through approved programs such as the NC State University BMP Inspection and Maintenance Certification.
When is the stormwater SCM annual report due in North Carolina?
Annual stormwater SCM inspection reports in North Carolina are due by June 30 of each year. This deadline is firm under NCDEQ's post-construction stormwater program, and missing the submission can trigger a compliance notice. Exact Stormwater Management recommends scheduling SCM inspections in April or May to allow time to address any deficiencies before the report is due. Call (804) 302-5151 to schedule a North Carolina SCM inspection before the June 30 deadline.
Who can perform stormwater SCM inspections in North Carolina?
North Carolina defines a qualified professional for SCM inspections as a licensed professional engineer, licensed landscape architect, or an individual certified through an approved program such as the NC State University BMP Inspection and Maintenance Certification. NCDEQ requires that annual inspection reports be prepared and signed by a qualified professional meeting this definition. Exact Stormwater Management provides qualified SCM inspection services across North Carolina with reports structured for the annual June 30 submission requirement.
What happens if a stormwater SCM fails inspection in North Carolina?
If an SCM inspection in North Carolina identifies repair needs, the responsible party typically has 90 days to complete corrections under NCDEQ's post-construction program. Uncorrected deficiencies reported in the annual inspection submission may trigger follow-up from NCDEQ or the local permitting authority. Exact Stormwater provides both inspection services and the maintenance and rehabilitation work needed to address SCM deficiencies within North Carolina's correction timeframes.
Does North Carolina require annual stormwater SCM reports?
Yes. North Carolina requires that annual SCM inspection reports be submitted by June 30 of each year under NCDEQ's post-construction stormwater program administered through 15A NCAC 02H. The report must be prepared by a qualified professional and document the current condition of all regulated SCMs, identify any deficiencies, and record corrective actions taken or planned. Exact Stormwater provides inspection and reporting services structured specifically for North Carolina's annual submission requirements.
Exact Stormwater Management serves property managers, HOAs, developers, and contractors across North Carolina. Contact us today to discuss your stormwater compliance needs.
Corey Simonpietri
804-627-2942
corey@exactstorm.com
SPECIALTY INSTALLATIONS
• Geomembrane / Liner
• Underground Detention
• Permeable Pavement
• Green Infrastructure
• Bioretention
Pasquale Napolitano
(804) 802-0727
pasquale@exactstorm.com
INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE OF STORMWATER FACILITIES
• Ponds
• Underground Detention
• Stormwater Filters & Separators
• Bioretention
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INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE: Stormwater Ponds, Detention Ponds, Wet Ponds
Stormwater ponds can be an effective and attractive method of managing water quality and flow. They require regular maintenance to remove sediment, keep inlets and outlets clear and free of debris, and properly maintain vegetation. Our Aquatics Division can restore the functionality of your pond and develop a routine maintenance program to protect your investment and keep your site beautiful.
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Pasquale Napolitano
(804) 802-0727
pasquale@exactstorm.com
INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE: BIORETENTION
All rain gardens, including the high-flow FocalPoint, StormGarden, and BioPod biofilter systems, require annual maintenance to ensure optimum performance. Annual maintenance guarantees that these systems are allowing for the high flow rates and maximum pollutant extraction that they were designed to accommodate.
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Pasquale Napolitano
(804) 802-0727
pasquale@exactstorm.com
INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE: Sand/Cartridge Filters, Hydrodynamic Separators
We maintain all types of manufactured treatment devices (MTD’s) such as sand filters, cartridge filters like StormFilter, Bayfilter, Perk filter, Jellyfish filter, Modular Wetlands, and many others. We have industrial vacuums that remove sediment from these filters as well as hydrodynamic separators such as Hydroguard, Stormceptor, Contech CDS, Baysaver, First Defense, Aqua-Swirl, Downstream Defender, Vortechs, and others.
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Pasquale Napolitano
(804) 802-0727
pasquale@exactstorm.com
With millions of cubic feet of underground detention installed, Exact Stormwater Management is your go-to partner to ensure proper installation of your detention system. We make sure the system is installed correctly, and can help navigate around common pitfalls. We install every system out there, including arched chambers (ADS’ StormTech and Cultec’s Recharger), modular box systems (Ferguons’s R-Tank, Brentwood’s StormTank, and ACO’s StormBrixx), and concrete vaults (StormTrap and StormCapture).
Underground Detention - More Info
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Corey Simonpietri
804-627-2942
corey@exactstorm.com
INSTALLATION: Bioretention Facility, Biofilter, Dry Swale
Bioretention systems, biofilters, rain gardens, dry swales, compost amended grass swales, and many other variations of a semi-natural stormwater filter all serve to clean stormwater before it enters our streams. We specialize in proper installation of these systems - the right materials in the right arrangement at the right time - to make sure the system works as designed.
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Corey Simonpietri
804-627-2942
corey@exactstorm.com
INSTALLATION: GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE
Green Infrastructure refers to a strategic approach that utilizes natural processes and systems to manage stormwater, enhance urban environments, and improve overall ecosystem health. This method emphasizes the preservation and restoration of natural landscapes while integrating them into urban design. Interventions such as rain gardens, permeable pavement, and bioswales work collectively to absorb, infiltrate, and filter stormwater runoff, reducing flooding risks and pollutant discharge into waterways.
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Corey Simonpietri
804-627-2942
corey@exactstorm.com
We install many types of impermeable liners in the Southeast. Liners are typically 30 mil PVC, HDPE, LDPE, RPP, RPE, XR-5, and many other types of liner for the best fit for your application. With personnel in the liner business since 1992, we are the go-to company for liner installations. Underground Detention - More Info
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Corey Simonpietri
804-627-2942
corey@exactstorm.com
INSTALLATION: Permeable Pavement
Permeable pavements are alternative paving surfaces that allow stormwater runoff to filter through voids in the pavement surface into an underlying stone reservoir, where it is temporarily stored and/or infiltrated. We install many types of permeable pavements from grass pavers to concrete brick-type pavers.
Example Installation of Permeable Pavers
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Corey Simonpietri
804-627-2942
corey@exactstorm.com
INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE: Underground Detention
Keep your underground stormwater detention, infiltration, and cistern systems working properly with regular inspections and required maintenance. We perform inspections (including camera inspections) and maintenance on all underground detention systems including: R-Tank, RainTank, StormTech arch chambers, isolator rows, Cultec, pipe detention systems by Contech, ADS, Lane Enterprises, and others.