Stormwater Management

Stormwater management is all about controlling the flow of water from rain, melting ice, or snow as it moves across the land. When areas are developed and paved over (think parking lots and buildings), it becomes harder for water to naturally soak into the ground. This increases the amount and speed of runoff, which can lead to a host of problems.

Without proper stormwater management, we risk flooding, erosion, and property damage. Runoff can also carry pollutants like oil, fertilizers, and chemicals from roads and farmland into our waterways, contributing to non-point source pollution.

To address these concerns, federal National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations require municipalities in urbanized areas to take action. Municipalities must now secure permits and establish a DEP-approved stormwater management program designed to protect water quality. These programs need to include public education and involvement, detection of illicit discharges, control of construction site runoff, proper stormwater management after development, and pollution prevention practices for municipal operations.

For more information about stormwater management and how it impacts our community, visit www.dep.state.pa.us and type "stormwater" into the search box in the top left corner.

The Township's Addendum to the Total Maximum Daily Load Plan (TMDL Plan) and Pollutant Reduction Plan
(PRP) is available to view. The public comment period of 30 days. Please view it here. 

Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4)

Help keep our waterways and drinking supplies clean. Be aware of common pollutants and their impacts. Common pollutants consist of herbicides, pet waste, automotive fluids, grass clippings, and other debris that enter storm water systems and ultimately end up ion our water ways. Please practice good household habits for the health of our environment.

Program Resources

• When It Rains, It Drains
• Maintain Your BMP’S
• Stormwater PA

MS4 Tips for Homeowners

• Children’S Activity Page
• Stormwater for Kids
• Center for Watershed Protection
• Stormwater Crossword Puzzle Placemat
• http://www.stormwaterguide.org/
• Homeowner’S Guide To Septic Systems
• Water Efficient Landscaping
• How Does Your Garden Grow
• Where Does All The Dirty Water Go

Information for Developers

• Does Your Construction Site Need a Stormwater Permit?
• Stormwater And The Construction Industry
• Sediment Control Plan Standard Notes Including Construction Sites

Helpful Government Tips

• Stormwater Discharges from MS4s
• PADEP Stormwater Management
• Environmental Protection Agency NPDES
• Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Presentations

Watch After The Storm on Comcast Channel 22 and Verizon 31

Watch After the Storm, a half-hour television program about watersheds co-produced by the EPA and The Weather Channel. This program provides a way for citizens to learn more about the threats facing our waterways from polluted runoff. After the Storm is broadcast regularly on channel 22 on Comcast and Verizon channel 31. Download the After the Storm brochure.