BEsT MANAGEMENT PRACTICEs HANDbooK - Tahoe BMP

nature of the project and the potential for introduction of contaminants oraquatic invasive species to the surrounding waters. A water quality monitoringplan must detail how the monitoring will be conducted for the particulardredging project or maintenance activity being permitted. All water qualitymonitoring plans should present scientifically valid and regionally acceptedmethods and show how the applicant plans to demonstrate that the measuredvalues are accurate and representative.The following elements are typically included in a water quality monitoringplan:• Detailed description of project area and immediate vicinity• Description of other proximate non-point sources of land based pollution• Adverse weather conditions and contingency plans• Establishing pre-operations background values• Selection of monitoring stations based on the operations sphere of influence• Monitoring schedule and protocol• Wave direction and height data• Clearly stated QA/QC protocol• Deliverables and reports due• Location and description of resources that risk being impacted• Indicators for the removal of Turbidity CurtainBiological monitoring is required for any faculty maintenance operation orproposed construction in the vicinity of sensitive or protected benthiccommunities. Consult with the Nearshore Aquatic Invasive Weed WorkingGroup to determine if any monitoring or research activities are beingundertaken in the vicinity of the proposed project.Specifically, the biological monitoring plan should include the followingelements: (1) identify the purpose and potential threats to areas of concern, (2)document the environmental background conditions, (3) provide detailed,scientifically valid methods for data collection and analysis, (4) state anticipatedoutcomes with success and assumptions criteria, (5) include an independentpeer review, and (6) provide references of typical methods for differenthabitats. The level of detail of the biological monitoring plan should beequivalent to the anticipated environmental impact. The monitoring shouldalso be conducted by a qualified scientist who is free of any conflicts ofinterest. 5353USACE, 2008, Coastal Engineering Manual - Parts I-6TRPA BMP HandbookCHAPTER 8: Shorezone Protective Structures and BMPs2012 8.9 DredgingPage 8-63