SEMSWA Grading, Erosion, and Sediment Control Manual

The Grading, Erosion, and Sediment Control (GESC) Manual, as amended, was adopted by the SEMSWA Board of Directors (Resolution 23-02) in January of 2023, effective February 17, 2023 for use within the City of Centennial portion of the SEMSWA Service Area. The current version replaces the June 2019 version.

The GESC Manual describes the program that has been adopted to promote environmentally-sound construction practices in the City of Centennial portion of the SEMSWA Service Area.

In addition to the Manual, SEMSWA provides this inspection/enforcement information for Contractors:

Inspection/Escalation Enforcement Process Document

GESC Manual

GESC Manual (complete)GESC Manual (text only)Appendix A: GESC Contact Information Appendix B: Early Grading Form Letter Appendix C: Engineers Cost Estimate Appendix D: Example Single Family Lot Plans Appendix E: GESC Plan and Report Checklist Appendix F: GESC Plan Standard Notes and Details Appendix G: Control Measures Legend and Approval Block Appendix H: Definitions GESC Process Matrix

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