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Stormwater 

What is stormwater?

Rainwater and snowmelt that does not soak into the ground is referred to as stormwater. In urban areas, precipitation runs off of hard surfaces like roofs and roads. Stormwater carries with it pollutants such as trash, dirt, and oily residue as it travels downstream to streams, rivers and lakes.

Fact sheet with images and text about stormwater

 

 

    State and Local Stormwater Resources 

    State Legislation

    CO SB 15-212 – A BILL FOR AN ACT CONCERNING A DETERMINATION THAT WATER DETENTION FACILITIES DESIGNED TO MITIGATE THE ADVERSE EFFECTS OF STORMWATER RUNOFF DO NOT MATERIALLY INJURE WATER RIGHTS.

    CO SB 23-270 - Projects to Restore Natural Stream Systems - Concerning activities that restore the environmental health of natural streams without administration

    Other State and local stormwater resources

     

     Note: Links and documents retrieved from online sources, 02/15/2024 unless otherwise indicated.

     

    How-To Guides and Other Information for Property Owners 

    Information and Educational Resources from Other Sources

     

    Note: Links and documents retrieved from online sources, 02/15/2024 unless otherwise indicated.

     

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