Stormwater Services | Nupona Stormwater | NC & SC

PE-Licensed Stormwater Engineering · NC & SC

Every Service Your Stormwater System Needs.

From annual inspections to long-term capital planning — full-scope compliance support, backed by engineering expertise and direct knowledge of your local stormwater program requirements.

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What We Do

Four Services. One Accountable Engineer.

Stormwater compliance is an ongoing obligation. Nupona provides the services commercial properties and HOAs need to meet it year after year.

Core Service

Annual Stormwater Inspections

Required Annually

Inspection Reports That Pass. First Time.

Post-construction stormwater inspections are required across NC and SC under local stormwater programs. Many jurisdictions require or prefer qualified third-party inspections, with reports meeting jurisdiction-specific formatting and submission requirements.

Nupona delivers PE-licensed field assessments with reports formatted to meet stormwater program standards and review expectations.

Field assessment of all permitted SCMs — ponds, basins, bioretention areas, outlet structures
Deficiency identification with photographic documentation
Municipality-formatted inspection reports, signed and sealed by a PE
Submission coordination with your local stormwater department

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Proactive · Year-Round

A Well-Maintained SCM Is a Compliant One.

Stormwater control measures are designed to operate within specific tolerances. When sediment accumulates, vegetation overtakes inlets, or outlet structures degrade, system performance declines and inspection results are affected.

Nupona identifies maintenance needs during inspection and coordinates corrective work before deficiencies become violations. We coordinate repair scope, review contractor proposals, and document completed work for stormwater program compliance. We coordinate with your existing maintenance provider or assist in identifying qualified contractors.

Sediment level assessment
Vegetation management
Outlet structure reviewed for condition and function
Compliance documentation maintained

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Ongoing Management

SCM Maintenance Coordination

Enforcement Response

NOV Response & Repair Coordination

Time-Sensitive · Engineering-Led

A Notice of Violation Requires an Engineering Response.

When a Notice of Violation is issued, the response timeline begins. Providing the correct engineering documentation within that timeline determines whether the issue is resolved or escalates.

Nupona provides field assessment, deficiency documentation, corrective action plans, and PE sign-off required to respond to a NOV. We coordinate with repair contractors to ensure work is completed and documented to stormwater program standards.

Rapid field assessment and deficiency documentation
NOV response letter signed and sealed by a PE
Corrective action plan with timeline and repair scope
Contractor coordination and completion documentation

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Budget Planning · Multi-Year

Plan for What Your System Will Need. Not Just What It Needs Now.

Stormwater infrastructure degrades over time. Pond liners compress, outlet structures corrode, and forebays fill. Properties that manage these costs effectively plan ahead.

Nupona provides multi-year capital planning assessments for HOAs, property managers, and asset managers. We evaluate current system condition, project maintenance and repair costs, and deliver reports suitable for budget planning.

Current condition assessment of all SCMs
Projected maintenance and repair cost
Budget planning support
Annual updates to maintain accurate projections

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Long-Term Planning

Capital Budget Forecasting

How It Works

From First Call to Closed File.

Every engagement follows a defined process with clear responsibilities and next steps.

Initial Consultation

We confirm permit conditions, inspection requirements, and service area. You provide site information. We define what is required.

Field Assessment

A PE conducts the field inspection, documents conditions, photographs deficiencies, and evaluates system performance against design and permit requirements.

Report & Submission

We deliver a signed, sealed inspection report formatted to your municipality's exact standards and coordinate submission with the stormwater department.

Resolution & Follow-Through

If deficiencies are identified, we coordinate corrective action and confirm compliance is restored.

Who We Serve

Built for the People Responsible for These Systems.

Stormwater compliance involves multiple roles across organizations. Nupona supports each of them.

Property Managers & Owners

Office parks, retail centers, industrial facilities, and mixed-use developments with permitted stormwater systems that require annual inspection and ongoing maintenance documentation.

HOA Boards & Community Managers

Planned communities and residential subdivisions responsible for stormwater infrastructure, inspections, maintenance, and budget planning.

Local Governments & Authorities

Local governments and stormwater programs managing public infrastructure or requiring third-party engineering support for permit compliance, inspection programs, and system management.

Facilities & Asset Managers

In-house facilities teams at institutions, campuses, and multi-site portfolios that need reliable, documented stormwater compliance across multiple properties in NC and SC.

Properties Under Violation

Property owners or managers who have received a Notice of Violation and need qualified engineering documentation and a clear corrective action plan to resolve it.

Capital Planning & Budgeting

Professionals supporting property budgets and long-term planning who need current-condition stormwater data and cost projections.

What types of properties require stormwater inspections in NC and SC?

Commercial properties, HOAs, residential communities, institutional sites, and other developed properties may be subject to post-construction stormwater inspection requirements through local stormwater programs. Requirements vary by jurisdiction and may include annual SCM inspections, post-construction MS4 compliance inspections, SWPPP inspections, and quarterly outfall inspections.

What is an SCM, and why does maintenance matter?

SCM stands for Stormwater Control Measure. Some jurisdictions may still use the term BMP (Best Management Practice). These are engineered systems designed to manage runoff from developed sites, including ponds, bioretention areas, outlet structures, forebays, swales, as well as underground and proprietary treatment systems.

When sediment builds up, vegetation becomes overgrown, or components degrade or clog, system performance declines and compliance issues can follow. Routine maintenance helps preserve system function, maintain compliance, and prevent more costly repairs over time.

What happens when I receive a Notice of Violation?

A Notice of Violation requires a timely, documented response. A licensed PE performs the field assessment and prepares the documentation, including deficiency documentation, corrective action planning, and signed reports when required. We coordinate with your existing maintenance provider or assist in identifying qualified contractors to complete the work and document resolution.

Can Nupona handle both the inspection and any required repairs?

Nupona provides the engineering side: inspections, deficiency documentation, reporting, corrective action planning, and repair coordination. Physical repair work is performed by maintenance contractors. We coordinate with your existing maintenance provider or assist in identifying qualified contractors.

How often do stormwater inspections need to happen?

Inspection frequency depends on permit conditions and local stormwater program requirements. Many post-construction SCM inspections are annual, while SWPPP outfall inspection requirements may include quarterly documentation. Nupona confirms the applicable requirements and inspection schedule before work begins.

How does capital budget forecasting for stormwater work?

Nupona assesses current system condition and identifies likely maintenance and repair needs. Using a life cycle approach, we identify typical maintenance items and likely repairs based on system type and condition. The result is a practical planning document that supports budgeting and long-term decision making.

Does Nupona serve both NC and SC, and how do requirements differ?

Yes. Nupona serves both North Carolina and South Carolina and is PE-licensed in both states. Requirements vary by stormwater program, including inspection format, submission process, and maintenance standards. Nupona prepares reports to meet the specific requirements of each program.

Our Founder

One Who Listens Well to the Water.

"Stormwater inspections work when you understand how systems perform, where issues develop, and what stormwater programs expect."

With more than 20 years of experience as a Professional Engineer, including roles as a design engineer, project manager, and over a decade focused on stormwater inspections, I understand how systems are designed, how they perform in the field, and where issues typically develop.

Before founding Nupona, I served as an Air Force civil engineering officer and later as a design engineer, project manager, and Director of Public Works. I have worked directly with stormwater programs across NC and SC and understand their requirements, processes, and review expectations.

WHAT NUPONA MEANS
Nupona is derived from the Algonquian language family of my Lumbee heritage. Nupuy means water and Menatona means one who listens well. Combined, they form Nupona, meaning one who listens well to the water, reflecting a practical approach to understanding and managing stormwater systems.

PE Licensed · NC I&M Certified · SC BMP Certified
NASSCO · LEEDAP · CEM · USAF Veteran

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Whether you have an upcoming inspection, a system that has not been assessed in years, or a violation that requires an engineering response, the first step is a brief conversation. Schedule a time to review your site.