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Dane County Land & Water Resources Department

Erosion and Stormwater Permit Resources

The following tools and resources may be helpful when applying for permits from our department.

DCiMap Online Mapping

Interactive online mapping application that can be used to create online and printable maps for Erosion Control or Stormwater Management permit applications. 


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Stormwater Manual

Overview of the requirements of Dane County's Erosion Control and Stormwater Management Ordinance and permit processes. Includes links to applications and forms.


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Soil Loss & Sediment Discharge Calculation Tool

Universal Soil Loss Equation (USLE) spreadsheet used to calculate soil loss and sediment discharge from construction sites.


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Imagery Resources

Online mapping applications and downloads of non-rectified images for the years 2000 and 2001. Can be helpful in determining the existence and/or extent of impervious surfaces.


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Service Provider Registries

A list of consultants that provide surveying, engineering and other services that may be helpful in satisfying department permit requirements.


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Thermally Sensitive Areas & Thermal Model 

Instructions on how to use the DCiMap online map to determine if your site is located within a thermally sensitive area.


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Framed Inlet Protection Guidance

Proper framed inlet protection guidelines for erosion control plans. 


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Acceptable Native Species for the Shoreland Zone 

Plant species that have been approved for use in establishing a native vegetated buffer to meet shoreland zoning requirements.


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Agricultural Ditch-Tile-Clearing Checklist

Complete this checklist before starting agricultural ditching, repairing tile, or breaking out new land.


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