Best References: Marinas

The marina core sector site offers a variety of assistance information and opportunity. References are in the form of instructional manuals, video, and case studies. Topics include the design of a sustainable marina, techniques for boat and engine repair, and best management practices for a marina operator and user. This site offers information for both the technical developer and for the weekend lake or ocean enthusiast.
Date Last Updated: 6/12/2008

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Case Studies |

Section Title: Hatteras Yachts, Inc.
Full Title: Case Studies - A compilation of successful waste reduction projects implemented by NC businesses
URL: /01/0056551.pdf
Length: 2 pages
Date: August 1995
Full Work Author: NC Office of Waste Reduction
Abstract: This boat builder reduced its paint and clean-up solvent waste by installing a plural component paint spraying system.

Fact Sheets |

Full Title: Managing Nonpoint Source Pollution from Boating and Marinas
URL: /05/04757.htm
Date: January 21, 1997
Full Work Author: US EPA
Abstract: A fact sheet on managing pollution from boating and marinas through boat operation and maintenance, sewage and waste handling, and siting management and design.

Full Title: Ohio EPA Fact Sheet: Pollution Prevention for Marinas
URL: /11/10419.htm
Date: 09/95
Full Work Author: Office of Pollution Prevention

Full Title: Painting Tips for Your Boat
URL: /03/02989.pdf
Length: 2 pages
Abstract: Tips on surface preparation and painting boats to obtain a lasting finish.

Full Title: Pollution Prevention Fact Sheet - Fact Sheet #15: Clean Marinas: Storm Water Runoff Control
URL: /19/18383.pdf
Length: 2 pages
Date: 1/98
Abstract: This Pollution Prevention Fact Sheet is one in a continuing series prepared under the Pollution Prevention Program of the Federal Programs Division of Environment Canada, Ontario Region. This Program is intended to help federal departments in Ontario become model environmental citizens by managing beyond compliance. This Fact Sheet presents the following: · A description of storm water runoff concerns at marinas · Processes that may reduce the harmful influence of storm water runoff on marinas’ receiving waters

Full Title: Pollution Prevention for Marinas and Boatyards
URL: /03/02990.pdf
Length: 4 pages
Full Work Author: Virginia Department of Environmetnal Quality, Office of Pollution Prevention
Abstract: One of Virginia's most treasured and alluring natural resources is its rivers and waters. Not only do they play an integral role in maintaining our own prosperity and quality of life, but our waterways are critically important to Virginia's fish and wildlife and their habitats.

Section Title: Marinas and Boatyards
Full Title: Pollution Prevention Handbook: Marinas and Boatyards Fact Sheet
URL: /01/00589.pdf
Length: 9 pages
Date: 1992
Full Work Author: Department of the Interior
Abstract: This fact sheet presents pollution prevention, source reduction, and recycling options for marinas and boatyards. A pollution prevention/recycling checklist is included.

Articles and Reports |

Full Title: Clean Marinas Clear Value
URL: /04/03708.htm
Date: August 1996
Full Work Author: US EPA
Abstract: Marinas and recreational boating are very popular uses of coastal waters. The growth of recreational boating, along with the growth of coastal development in general, has led to a growing awareness of the need to protect the environmental quality of our waterways.

Full Title: Project Summary - Assessment of Styrene Emission Controls for FRP/C and Boat Building Industries
URL: /07/06357.pdf
Length: 4 pages
Date: October 1996
Full Work Author: Kong, Emery J.; Bahner, Mark A.; Turner, Sonji L.
Abstract: The fiberglass-reinforced plastics/composites (FRP/C) and fiberglass boat building industries have many alternatives for reducing styrene emissions.

Manuals |

Full Title: Best Management Practices for Delaware Boat Maintenance Facilities
URL: /01/00558.pdf
Length: 30 pages
Date: May 1997
Full Work Author: Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control

Full Title: Guidance Specifying Management Measures for Sources of Nonpoint Pollution in Coastal Waters
URL: /04/03686.htm
Date: January 1993
Full Work Author: US EPA
Abstract: Nonpoint source pollution generally results from land runoff, precipitation, atmospheric deposition, drainage, seepage, or hydrologic modification.

Full Title: Maryland Clean Marina Guidebook
URL: /06/05841.pdf
Length: 155 pages
Date: 1998
Full Work Author: Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Waterway Resources Division
Section Author: Valentine, Elizabeth Fuller; et al
Abstract: The Maryland Clean Marina Guidebook is intended to be used as a reference document. The guidebook offers technical advice and best management practices for marina design and maintenance, stormwater management, vessel maintenance and repair, petroleum controls, sewage handling, waste containment and disposal, marina management, and laws and regulations.

Full Title: Pollution Prevention for Marinas and Boat Yards - Best Management Practices for Wisconsin Operators
URL: /03/02991.pdf
Length: 10 pages
Date: December 1994
Full Work Author: Liebl, David S.
Abstract: This guide was written for recreational and commercial docks and boat maintenance facilities. The BMPs address storm water runoff, spills, fueling, paint removal, sanding hulls and decks, painting, engine cleaning, pressure washing, antifreeze, batteries, and fiberglass repair.

Web sites |

Full Title: Clean Boating Information
URL: http://www.cleanboating.org/
Full Work Author: National Clean Boating Campaign
Abstract: This website includes fact sheets and partner tips on sewage control and pumpout, boating litter and fish waste, fuelage and bilge care, boat maintenance, and best management practices. The site also includes relevant websites and a bibliography.

Full Title: Florida's Clean Marina and Clean Boatyard Program
URL: http://www.dep.state.fl.us/law/clean/default.htm
Full Work Author: Clean Boating Partnership
Abstract: The Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Law Enforcement, in partnership with the Marine Industries Association of Florida, is committed to improving the health and cleanliness of our waterways. There is a direct link to the future of the marine industry and clean water. To meet both the letter and the spirit of our state's environmental laws, FDEP is in partnership with both private and public entities in the marine industry to develop and implement this program.

Full Title: Marinas / Boating EPA Sites
URL: http://www.epa.gov/owow/nps/marinas.html
Full Work Author: US EPA
Section Author: US EPA Office of Water

Full Title: Maryland's Clean Marina Initiative
URL: http://www.dnr.state.md.us/boating/cleanmarina/
Abstract: The Maryland Department of Natural Resources' exciting program offers marina operators and boaters the opportunity to participate in efforts to protect Maryland's natural resources. The collective effort of individuals and businesses will improve the quality of Maryland's waters from Deep Creek Lake, to the Chesapeake Bay, to the coastal bays!

Full Title: National Management Measures to Control Nonpoint Source Pollution from Marinas and Recreational Boating
URL: http://www.epa.gov/owow/nps/mmsp/index.html
Full Work Author: EPA Office of Water
Abstract: National Management Measures to Control Nonpoint Source Pollution from Marinas and Recreational Boating is a draft technical guidance and reference document for use by State, local, and tribal managers in the implementation of nonpoint source pollution management programs. It contains information on the best available, economically achievable means of reducing pollution of surface water runoff from marinas and recreational boating.

Full Title: NC Clean Marinas
URL: http://dcm2.enr.state.nc.us/Marinas/marinas.htm
Full Work Author: NC Dept. of Environment and Natural Resources
Section Author: NC Division of Coastal Management

Section Title: Marinas and Recreational Boating
Full Title: Nonpoint Source Management Categories
URL: http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/nps/What_is_NPS/marinas.htm
Full Work Author: North Carolina Nonpoint Source Management Program

Full Title: Sea Grant Extension Program
URL: http://seagrant.ucdavis.edu/
Full Work Author: The University of California

Section Title: Virginia Clean Marina Program
Full Title: Virginia Coastal Nonpoint Pollution Control Program (CNPCP)
URL: http://www.virginiacleanmarina.com/
Full Work Author: Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
Section Author: Virginia Coastal Program
Abstract: The Virginia Clean Marina Program is designed as a voluntary program to address a broad range of issues related to the potential environmental impacts of marina operations. The Program was initiated as an implementation element of the Virginia Coastal Nonpoint Pollution Control Program (CNPCP). The Clean Marina Program is one of many key activities that allow Virginia to be in compliance with Section 6217 of the Coastal Zone Act Reauthorization Amendments of 1990.

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