Stormwater/Wastewater Permitting/Planning/Strategy
Stormwater & Wastewater Permitting, Planning, and Strategy
Compliant Discharge Programs Built for Operational Flexibility
Industrial activities interact with stormwater and wastewater in complex and highly variable ways. From material handling and equipment washing to process water and treatment residuals, each facility presents unique discharge challenges and equally unique regulatory obligations.
Odyssey combines deep knowledge of industrial processes, permitting frameworks, and regulatory enforcement expectations to develop stormwater and wastewater programs that comply with permit requirements without unnecessarily restricting operations.
Our approach is strategic, practical, and defensible; helping facilities obtain and maintain permits while preserving the flexibility needed to operate efficiently.
What Strategic Stormwater & Wastewater Planning Delivers
- Proper permitting aligned with facility operations
- Reduced risk of unauthorized discharges or violations
- Practical operating plans that support day-to-day activities
- Clear documentation for inspections and audits
- Scalable programs for single sites or multi-facility portfolios
From permit applications to long-term program management, Odyssey partners with industry to build programs that work in the real world.
Common Stormwater & Wastewater Services
Multisector General and Industrial Stormwater Discharge Permitting
Support for permitting under the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) and state industrial stormwater programs, including applicability evaluations and permit coverage.
NPDES and MS4 Wastewater Permitting
Strategic permitting for wastewater discharges under National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) requirements.
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Development
Development of site-specific SWPPPs that accurately reflect industrial operations, drainage patterns, and pollutant sources.
Construction Stormwater Permitting
Permitting support for construction activities, ensuring compliance with erosion, sediment control, and discharge requirements.
Construction Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Development
Preparation of construction-phase SWPPPs that support efficient project execution while meeting regulatory obligations.
Stormwater Best Management Plan Development
Creation of practical stormwater management plans focused on prevention, control, and continuous improvement.
Stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs) Guidance
Identification and implementation guidance for appropriate BMPs tailored to site conditions, industrial activities, and regulatory expectations.
Stormwater and Wastewater Discharge Risk Assessments & Audits
Risk-based evaluations and audits to identify compliance gaps, prioritize corrective actions, and reduce enforcement exposure.
Wastewater Treatment and Pollution Prevention Advisement
Strategic guidance on treatment options, source reduction, and pollution prevention to support permit compliance and cost control.
Innovative Inspection Software Development – Mobile-Managed Plans
Development of mobile-enabled inspection tools that simplify inspections, documentation, and compliance tracking for stormwater and wastewater programs.
Why Odyssey’s Approach Works
- Strong understanding of industrial operations and process water generation
- Deep regulatory knowledge of stormwater and wastewater frameworks
- Plans built around how facilities actually operate
- Strategic permitting that anticipates growth and operational change
We help clients move beyond compliance toward efficient, sustainable discharge management.
Frequently Asked Questions
Permits That Comply—Programs that Perform.
Partner with Odyssey to develop stormwater and wastewater strategies that protect compliance without limiting operations.