Which measure addresses illicit discharges in the SWMP?

The measure that specifically addresses illicit discharges in the Stormwater Management Program (SWMP) is Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination. This approach focuses on identifying and eliminating any unauthorized discharges into the stormwater system. It aims to maintain water quality by ensuring that only clean, stormwater runoff is entering the drainage system and that pollutants from various sources, such as sewage or industrial discharges, are properly managed and removed.

Through this measure, municipalities and organizations implement strategies that include mapping the storm sewer system, conducting field investigations, and developing legal authorities to prohibit illegal discharges. The goal is to reduce the impact of pollutants on local water bodies and comply with regulations, thus contributing significantly to the overall effectiveness of the SWMP. In comparison, the other options focus on different aspects of stormwater management, such as public outreach, maintenance of existing facilities, and post-development site runoff, but do not specifically target the identification and elimination of illicit discharges.