Environmental Health
The Office of Environmental Health, Safety and Risk Management’s waste management program initiatives are based on federal, state and local regulations to ensure the health and well-being of the campus community.
The waste management program involves numerous initiatives that include:
- Electronic waste disposal
- Universal waste disposal
- Transfer of hazardous waste to a bulk waste facility
- Oversight of hazardous waste disposal and generation
- Creation of reports required by local, state and federal entities
Proper handling, storage and disposal of waste materials protects the environment and the campus community as a whole.
To request additional information or training involving waste management or environmental safety, please contact the Office of Environmental Health, Safety and Risk Management at 325-942-2180.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is required by law to protect the water quality for natural waters throughout the country. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has developed and implemented a permit process with specific conditions designed to protect stormwater quality from pollution entering municipal separate storm sewer systems (MS4s) in highly populated areas.
As one of several entities in the City of San Angelo, the university is required to develop a program to protect stormwater quality. In accordance with Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) General Permit No. TXR040000 and Fact Sheet for Small MS4s, the university has obtained a stormwater permit and developed a Storm Water Management Program (SWMP). Section 109.54 of The Texas Education Code establishes the legal authority for Angelo State University to control discharges to and from those portions of the MS4 over which it has jurisdiction.
ASU has completed a revised SWMP in 2019. ASU received the permit approval and authorization letter from TCEQ on Oct 13, 2023.
The program is designed to:
- Effectively prohibit the discharge of non-storm water into the MS4 and
- Reduce the discharge of pollutants from the MS4 to the maximum extent practicable.
The EHSRM office is responsible for monitoring and enforcing compliance and maintaining the program.
Stormwater reports to TCEQ:
2019 - Annual Report
2020 - Annual Report
2021 - Annual Report
2022 - Annual Report
2023 - Annual Report
The Office of Facilities Planning and Construction is responsible for coordinating and enforcing requirements under TPDES General Permit No. TXR150000 for each construction activity that results in a land disturbance of greater than or equal to one acre.
You are encouraged to view OP 34.28 Storm Water Compliance Program for additional information regarding Angelo State’s stormwater program.
View a map of Angelo State’s stormwater drain locations.
Public Education, Outreach and Involvement
Angelo State has developed and implemented a public education and outreach program to distribute information to the community about the impacts of stormwater discharges on water quality, the hazards associated with illegal discharges and the improper disposal of waste, and steps the public can take to reduce pollutants in stormwater runoff.
Storm Water Awareness Presentation
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Brochure
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Bookmark
The university also facilitates opportunities for public participation in events and activities which promote water quality and conservation initiatives such as:
Earth Day
Earth Day was founded on April 22, 1969, when 20 million Americans took to the streets, parks, and auditoriums to demonstrate for a healthy, sustainable environment in massive coast-to-coast rallies. Thousands of colleges and universities organized protests against the deterioration of the environment. Groups that had been fighting against oil spills, polluting factories and power plants, raw sewage, toxic dumps, pesticides, freeways, the loss of wilderness, and the extinction of wildlife suddenly realized they shared common values.
Angelo State celebrates this national event by providing a public forum for reminding faculty, staff, students, and campus visitors of the importance of environmental stewardship. University initiatives and programs are featured during the event and employees and students are encouraged to partner with the university in its effort to improve environmental quality.
Storm Drain Marking Program
As part of an initiative to improve stormwater quality, the campus storm drains are marked “Only Rain Down the Drain.” This is to serve as a reminder not to pour chemicals, paint, oil, or other contaminants into the storm drain and that trash and debris are carried by stormwater runoff directly into the storm sewer system. The campus runoff flows to the City’s municipal separate storm sewer system, that eventually outfalls into the Concho River. Please review the Stormwater Matters article for additional information on reducing stormwater pollution.
Pet Waste Management Program
