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  • 🌱 Why WCIECA Membership Matters More Than Ever — And a Must‑Attend RUSLE2 Workshop This Fall

    By: Cyndi Brinkhurst,B.S., A.A., A.S 3 days ago

    Staying ahead in erosion and sediment control isn’t just about compliance — it’s about connection, continuous learning, and ...

  • Understanding QPE Forecasts, Dewatering & Passive Treatment Under the 2022 CGP: A Must‑Attend Webinar for Western Stormwater Pros!

    By: Cyndi Brinkhurst,B.S., A.A., A.S one month ago

    As California’s Construction General Permit (CGP) continues to reshape stormwater compliance, professionals across the state are ...

  • Summer 2026 IECA Highlights: Big Deadlines, Big Ideas, Big Opportunities

    By: Cyndi Brinkhurst,B.S., A.A., A.S one month ago

    🌟 Top Highlights from the Western Chapter IECA Summer 2026 Newsletter The latest Western Chapter IECA newsletter ...

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    RUSLE2 Demystified – Workshop 1 of 3: Understanding RUSLE2 - Foundations for Defensible Erosi

    Wed, Sep 30, 12:45 PM - 02:00 PM (MT)
    Melanie Sotelo | Associate Vice President & Director of Environmental Service| Casc Engineering and Consulting Date: Wednesday 30th September 2026 Time: 11.45am 1.00pm PST Level: Intermediate Duration: 1.25 hour Type of Course: Webinar – Live Accurate prediction of soil erosion is a critical component of erosion and sediment control planning, stormwater compliance, and construction project design. RUSLE2 (Revised Universal Soil Loss Equation Version 2) has become the preferred erosion prediction model for numerous transportation, infrastructure, and regulatory applications, including compliance with portions of California's Construction General Permit and certain Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) requirements. Despite its widespread use, many engineers and environmental professionals rely on RUSLE2 without fully understanding the scientific principles, assumptions, limitations, and regulatory context underlying the model. This webinar provides a technical foundation for understanding how RUSLE2 estimates soil loss, when it should be applied, and how it supports defensible erosion prediction and compliance decisions. Hosted By:

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