Discharge Permit Monitoring & Compliance Reporting

Understanding Discharge Permit Requirements

The Clean Water Act regulates wastewater discharges through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit program. NPDES permits establish specific limits for pollutants, require regular monitoring and sampling, mandate discharge reporting, and prescribe best management practices. Facilities discharging to municipal sewer systems must also comply with pretreatment standards and local ordinances. Permit violations can result in substantial fines, enforcement actions, and operational restrictions.

Types of discharge permits: Direct discharge permits for facilities releasing to rivers, streams, or other surface waters, and indirect discharge permits for facilities sending wastewater to municipal treatment plants. Both require ongoing monitoring and compliance reporting.

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Our Discharge Monitoring Services

We provide complete discharge permit compliance support customized to your facility's specific requirements:

• Wastewater sample collection according to permit schedules and protocols

• Composite and grab sampling using proper techniques and equipment

• Chain-of-custody management and certified laboratory coordination

• Analysis for permit-specified parameters including BOD, TSS, pH, metals, nutrients, and toxics

• Flow monitoring and measurement verification

• Quality assurance and quality control procedures

• Real-time data review and exceedance notification

• Compliance tracking and deadline management

 

Compliance Reporting and Recordkeeping

Timely and accurate reporting is essential for permit compliance. We prepare and submit Discharge Monitoring Reports to EPA and state agencies, ensuring all data is properly formatted, calculations are accurate, and submissions meet regulatory deadlines. Our team maintains comprehensive compliance records, tracks monitoring requirements, and provides documentation ready for regulatory inspections. We also prepare annual reports, pretreatment reports, and other permit-required documentation.

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Exceedance Investigation and Response

When discharge monitoring results exceed permit limits, immediate action is required. We help facilities investigate the causes of exceedances, implement corrective measures, notify regulatory agencies as required, and document all response activities. Our experience with compliance issues allows us to recommend practical solutions that address problems while minimizing regulatory consequences. We work with facilities to identify process improvements, treatment system modifications, or operational changes that prevent future violations.

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Pretreatment Program Support

Industrial facilities discharging to municipal sewers often face additional pretreatment requirements including categorical standards, local limits, and slug discharge prevention. We assist with pretreatment permit applications, baseline monitoring reports, periodic compliance reports, and ongoing monitoring to meet both federal pretreatment regulations and local sewer authority requirements. Our services help facilities maintain positive relationships with municipal treatment plants while ensuring full regulatory compliance.

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Permit Renewal and Modification Support

Discharge permits require periodic renewal, and facility changes may necessitate permit modifications. We assist with permit renewal applications, supporting documentation, and negotiations with regulatory agencies. When facilities expand operations, modify processes, or change discharge characteristics, we help navigate the permit modification process to ensure continued compliance during transitions.

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Why Choose Haller & Associates?

Our environmental professionals understand the complexities of discharge permit compliance and New Mexico regulatory requirements. We provide reliable monitoring, accurate reporting, and responsive support that keeps your facility in compliance year-round. Our systematic approach to permit management reduces administrative burden, minimizes compliance risks, and provides confidence that discharge obligations are properly managed.