Inspections under the NPDES program are typically conducted by the EGLE, Water Resources Division in what manner?

Inspections under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program are typically conducted by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), Water Resources Division in an unannounced manner. This approach ensures that facilities are operating under normal conditions, which allows inspectors to get an accurate representation of compliance with the permit requirements. Unannounced inspections help to prevent facilities from altering operations to pass an inspection, thereby providing a more realistic snapshot of their environmental practices. This method of conducting inspections typically enables regulatory agencies to enforce compliance more effectively and helps in identifying any potential violations that need to be addressed.