Information developed in Phase One will be used to identify specific projects that can be implemented. Some of these projects may include stormwater infrastructure improvements, channel stabilization for erosion control and various types of sediment collection structures. This project is Phase Two of the watershed management program which consists of the design, permitting and construction of some of the identified projects. Future phases will include additional design and permitting, land acquisition and construction of more of the identified projects. Several projects are expected to be completed by Dec. 31, 2006.
Storm water is water that flows over land during and immediately after a rainstorm.
The Environmental Protection Agency has identified stormwater runoff as our most serious water quality problem today. Pollutants associated with stormwater runoff include sediment, nutrients, heavy metals, oils, greases, pesticides and bacteria. Without proper treatment in developed areas, these pollutants in runoff adversely impact the quality of the receiving water.