OUR MISSION

The North Carolina State University (NCSU) Water Quality Group is a multidisciplinary team that analyzes and evaluates nonpoint source (NPS) pollution control technologies and water quality programs in North Carolina and nationwide.  We are a component of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service (NC CES), Biological and Agricultural Engineering Department (Bio&Ag) at North Carolina State University and the N.C. State University’s Soil and Water Environmental Technology Center (SWETC).

 

online news publications

Publications (pdf format)

NWQEP NOTES Newsletter

• Current issue: Notes # 131, March 2009
  Topic: The Use of Aquatic Insects to Assess teh Effectiveness of Stream Restoration in North Carolina

Back issues of NWQEP NOTES

Sediments Newsletters (NC DENR Land Quality)

• Current Issue: April-June. 2009
  Topic: Handling Turbidty in Pumped Water; Protecting Trout Waters of NC
• Previous Issue: January-March. 2009
  Topic: New Hanover County and Guilford County Win Award and also, New Revisions to the Design Manual
• Previous Issue: September-December. 2008
  Topic: A Variety of Training Opportunities. Also, update on EPA Proposed Effluent Limitation Guidelines for Construction Sites
• Previous Issue: July-September. 2008
  Topic: EPA Re-Issues the Construction General Permit, Effluent Limit Guideline Soon

Back Issues of Sediments Newsletter

 

recent research publications

Publications:

• Line, Daniel. 2007. Effects of Development on Runoff and Pollutant Export

 

UP and comming events

Event Listing:

Event: 17th National Nonpoint Source Monitoring Workshop: Getting the Point about Nonpoint. When: September 14-17, 2009 - New Orleans, LA
	By bringing together NPS personnel from state, federal, Tribal and municipal governments, private sector, academia, environmental groups and local watershed organizations, this workshop will focus on innovative solutions to NPS issues, effective monitoring techniques, demonstrations of new technologies, application of Best Management Practices (BMPs), and lessons learned from Section 319 National Monitoring Program projects and other watershed projects from throughout the United States.
Website: http://www.tetratech-ffx.com/nps_monitoring/
Event: Water Quality Workshop and Construction Tour: Understanding Stormwater Management, Low Impact Development, and Stream Restoration Concepts When: July 24, 2009
	This workshop will explore ways to protect water quality and discuss methods to treat stormwater. Low Impact Development techniques and natural stream channel design solutions will also be introduced. In addition, participants will tour the Flat Creek Stream Restoration and Greenway project under construction and observe techniques being installed. These stream restoration features should correct excessive sedimentation, over-widening, incised banks, decreased fish and wildlife habitat, and unsafe public access.
Email: carter_cone@ncsu.edu for more information.
Event: Taxonomy and Pollution Ecology of Aquatic Insects When: July 28-30, 2009 - AB Tech, Asheville, NC
	Benthic macroinvertebrate larvae (aquatic insects) play key roles in many regulatory water quality programs in North Carolina. This workshop will introduce the participants to the basic ecology and taxonomy of aquatic insects.
Email: dave_penrose@ncsu.edu for more information.
Event: Management of Invasive and Exotic Vegetation in Riparian Areas When: August 13, 2009, Raleigh, NC
	This one-day course will introduce students to management considerations and techniques used in controlling invasive and exotic vegetation in the riparian setting. This course is focused on riparian areas in the Southeast. Classroom topics will include identification of common invasive and exotic plants, ecological considerations, assessment and pricing, and tools of the trade. Outdoor field demonstrations will show students various techniques used to control nuisance vegetation with some hands-on activities.
Email: karen_hall@ncsu.edu for more information.
Event: River Course 101 and 201 When: Sept. 22-24, 2009 and Oct. 6-8, 2009
	RC 101: Stream Morphology Assessment RC 201: Natural Channel Design Principles
Email: cathy_smith@ncsu.edu for more information.
Event: Coastal Plain Restoration Tour:- Implementation & Evaluation When: '09 dates to be determined
	This workshop will address local challenges and present solutions about erosion and sediment control in the mountains. Learn the updates to the Erosion & Sediment Control Manual, take an indepth look at common obstacles with E&S control and solutions, and learn how to control erosion, sediment, and curb turbidity on sloped, mountainous areas. Includes vendor showcase.
Email: jon_calabria@ncsu.edu for more information.
Event: Stream Restoration Construction Training When: 2009 dates to be determined....
	This three day workshop is designed to cover background, construction techniques, and bidding methods on stream restoration projects.
Email: jan_patterson@ncsu.edu for more information.
Event: AutoCAD Use for Stream Monitoring & 3-d Stream Restoration When: 2009 dates to be determined....
	This five-day course is designed for engineers and designers to gain familiarity with AutoCAD as a stream monitoring and restoration design tool.
Email: cathy_smith@ncsu.edu for more information.