Stormwater Runoff
Stormwater runoff begins as rain and carries pollutants from land surfaces on its way to water bodies, such as streams, lakes, and rivers.
What is stormwater runoff? |
|
The pollutants picked up by stormwater come from a variety of sources, including construction sites, fluids from leaking vehicles, vehicle emissions and exhaust, bacteria from failing septic systems, and animal wastes, as well as trash and other debris. Often as land is developed the character of stormwater is altered. The paving of surfaces result in runoff entering water sources at a much faster rate. It is important to properly manage stormwater runoff to reduce or eliminate the negative impacts associated with it. |
|
What are the impacts of stormwater runoff when left unmanaged? |
|
|
|
What are the types of pollution?
Point Source |
|
|
|
Non-Point Source Non-point source pollution is generated from a variety of sources. The pollutants are indirectly deposited. As runoff travels it picks up and carries man made and natural pollutants, transferring them into the various water sources. |
|
What are some benefits of stormwater management?
|