Rule 5:

Rule 5 is a storm water permit that is required for any land disturbance/construction equal to 1 acre or greater. Rule 5 is intended to regulate the amount of sediment (dirt) leaving a construction site in efforts to improve the water quality of lakes and streams.

For more information about Rule 5 visit the IDEM Rule 5 web page.

Above Silt Fence is being used to prevent sediment from running off during storm events.