North Carolina General Contractors Practice Exam

Which activity is NOT covered by the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973?

1. Construction site operation

2. Agricultural activities

3. Landscaping and erosion control

4. Urban development projects

The correct answer is: Agricultural activities

The Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973 primarily aims to prevent soil erosion and sedimentation resulting from construction activities, urban development, and similar projects. It establishes guidelines and regulations to manage and mitigate the impacts of activities that disturb the earth's surface, which can lead to sedimentation in waterways. Agricultural activities, though they can contribute to sedimentation, are generally regulated under different laws and are often given certain exemptions under this act. This distinction is significant because agricultural practices are typically managed through best management practices that are more tailored to farming and land management rather than construction or urban development, which are the primary focus of the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act. Thus, agricultural activities are not specifically covered by this legislation, making it the correct choice for this question.