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Glossary Results ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Official Government Report In many countries, an official report setting out government policy on an issue to be voted on by the country's legislature. Open WeaveTextile (OWT) A temporary degradable rolled erosion control product composed of processed natural or polymer yarns woven into a matrix, used to provide erosion control and facilitate vegetation establishment Operator/Owner For the purpose of the 2003 Construction General Permit and in the context of stormwater associated with construction activity, any party associated with a construction project that meets either of the following two criteria: The party has operational control over construction plans and specifications, including the ability to make modifications to those plans and specifications The party has day-to-day operational control of those activities at a project which are necessary to ensure compliance with a SWPPP for the site or other permit conditions (e.g., authorized to direct workers at a site to carry out activities required by the SWPPP or comply with other permit conditions). Overbank drainage Water flow over top bank and down the slope Overseeding Seeding into a dormant turf with cool season turfgrass in order to provide a playable surface (on a golf course) during winter months in the South, or for aesthetics Overseeding Seeding into an existing turf. See also winter overseeding. Overtopping The passing of water over the top of a natural or artificial structure as a result of wave runup or surge Ovule Structure that, when fertilized, develops into a seed. 1