Did you know?
All of the water that runs down the street into curbside catchbasins empties
into our rivers and streams without being treated first.
- to ensure that Springfield's waterways are safe and healthy for uses such as fishing and swimming,
- meet state and federal regulatory standards, and
- minimize damage from flooding.
Springfield's
Stormwater Permit
Springfield's stormwater discharges are regulated under the National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program of the Federal Clean Water
Act. The Department of Environmental Quality has issued Springfield a permit
for these discharges, along with a requirement to address specific areas
recognized as sources of stormwater pollution. Our Stormwater Management
Plan outlines the measures the City will take, in each of the following
areas:
- Public Education and Outreach- informs citizens, businesses,
and
industries about urban stormwater runoff and pollution prevention
- Public Participation - involves the public in the stormwater planning process
- Illicit Discharge of Contaminants - addresses illegal or illicit
dumping
of pollutants, whether accidental or intentional - Construction Site Runoff - work with contractors and developers
where landclearing or construction may result in erosion, sedimentation, and soil loss - Post-Construction Erosion Control - ensures that new developments "build in" features (such as bio-swales) to continuously manage water quality in the future
- Good Internal Housekeeping - assesses the City's own maintenance practices and policies to ensure that work crews use the best practices to minimize pollution in their everyday tasks
The Water Resources Section helps coordinate water quality efforts throughout the City's organization. Engineering, Planning, and Maintenance staff all contribute their skills to support clean water projects that make our community waterways safe, healthful resources for Springfield's citizens.
