ASTM E3318-22

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Designation: E3318 − 22
Standard Terminology for
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Standards Relating to Stormwater Control Measures
This standard is issued under the fixed designation E3318; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
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1. Scope 2.2 Additional References:
Standard Method SM 2540D Total Suspended Solids (SM
1.1 These definitions apply to many terms found in the
22nd Edition)
standards of ASTM Committee E64.
1.2 This terminology standard defines terms related to
3. Significance and Use
stormwater control measures in the various sections of stan-
3.1 The purpose of this standard is to provide uniform
dards under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee E64.
terminology used in the development of methods and standards
1.3 Units—The values stated in inch-pound units are to be
relating to ASTM Committee E64 on Stormwater Control
regarded as standard, except for methods to establish and
Measures (SCMs).
report sediment concentration and particle size. It is convention
to exclusively describe sediment concentration in mg/L and
4. Terminology
particle size in mm or µm, both of which are SI units. The SI
Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), n—a regulatory body
units given in parentheses are mathematical conversions,
having authority over the certification of Manufactured
which are provided for information purposes only and are not
Treatment Devices (MTDs) for use within its jurisdiction.
considered standard. Reporting of test results in units other
than inch-pound units shall not be regarded as non-
Best Management Practice (BMP), n—activities or structural
conformance with this test method.
improvements that help reduce the quantity and/or improve
1.4 This international standard was developed in accor-
the quality of stormwater runoff.
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard- DISCUSSION—BMPs include treatment facilities, operating
procedures, and practices to control site runoff from roadways, parking
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
lots, rooftops, and landscaped areas. BMPs can also include the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
management of spillage or leaks, sludge or waste disposal, or drainage
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
from raw material storage. Sometimes considered synonymous with
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Stormwater Control Measures (SCMs).
2. Referenced Documents
certification, n—a certification is granted by AHJs to allow
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SCMs to be approved and then specified within their
2.1 ASTM Standards:
jurisdiction.
D3977 Test Methods for Determining Sediment Concentra-
DISCUSSION—The certifying body uses verification reports to deter-
tion in Water Samples
mine the SCM sizing based on local treatment needs. The certification
D4959 Test Method for Determination of Water Content of
can also dictate other factors including, structural requirements, opera-
Soil By Direct Heating
tions and maintenance requirements, land use restrictions, etc.
D6913/D6913M Test Methods for Particle-Size Distribution
clear water, n—any water free of test sediment with a
(Gradation) of Soils Using Sieve Analysis
background Suspended Sediment Concentration (SSC) con-
D7928 Test Method for Particle-Size Distribution (Grada-
centration of less than 20 mg/L.
tion) of Fine-Grained Soils Using the Sedimentation
(Hydrometer) Analysis
commercially available, phrase, n—a MTD which is
engineered, sold, and deployed in the field for use as a SCM.
DISCUSSION—In some cases, the unit tested is a prototype of the units
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This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee E64 on
that will be offered as a product for sale once verified. The hydraulic
Stormwater Control Measures and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee
and water quality operational parameters are offered at nominal
E64.01 on Lab Evaluation.
full-size dimension or scale. The material components of the MTD that
Current edition approved March 1, 2022. Published March 2022. DOI: 10.1520/
E3318-22.
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