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Fugitive Dust Control in Alamogordo, NM

New Mexico fugitive dust permits are required for any project disturbing 0.75 acres or more — not 1.0 acre. In Otero County, NMED Air Quality Bureau (20.11.20 NMAC) jurisdiction applies.

Last updated: July 2026Next regulatory update: New Mexico NMPDES program (WQCC rulemaking in progress)

Local context: Tularosa Basin projects. Proximity to White Sands National Park and Holloman AFB creates federal oversight requirements.
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Fugitive Dust Control in Alamogordo — FAQ

When does a Alamogordo project need fugitive dust control?

Any project disturbing 0.75 acres or more — a lower threshold than the 1-acre stormwater trigger. In Otero County, the NMED Air Quality Bureau (20.11 NMAC) has jurisdiction.

What does fugitive dust control involve?

A dust control plan plus active measures — watering, surface stabilization, speed limits, and trackout control. Inspections Plus prepares the plan and installs the controls.

Does Inspections Plus serve Alamogordo, NM?

Yes. Inspections Plus has served Otero County and the Alamogordo area since 2005. Call (505) 344-9410 for a free, site-specific estimate.

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Related resources

Fugitive Dust Control — service detailsNew Mexico NMPDES / NMR100000 GuideHow the state program and the EPA CGP apply to your siteNM SWPPP Cost GuideWhat drives SWPPP cost in New MexicoFree Site AssessmentCheck your parcel's stormwater triggers in minutes

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