Stormwater Management
We want to see only rain going down the storm drain. Cuyahoga SWCD’s Stormwater team helps communities minimize pollution from rain and snow runoff.
MINIMIZING STORMWATER, MAXIMIZING IMPACT.
In Ohio’s most urbanized county, we help cities effectively manage stormwater runoff and minimize pollution.
Stormwater runoff – any rainwater or melting snow that falls on the land and flows to the nearest sewers, streams, or lakes – has a major impact on water quality and is one of the leading causes of stream impairment in Cuyahoga County. Increasing development activity throughout the county and expanding impervious surfaces has increased the amount of stormwater runoff in our communities, which can lead to flooding, erosion, and property damage. To manage this runoff, cities utilize a network of stormwater infrastructure to minimize the impact of development on local waterways and natural resources, including the health of Lake Erie. Cuyahoga Soil & Water Conservation District’s stormwater services provide our communities with tools and technical expertise to effectively manage stormwater runoff, maintain resilient infrastructure, and minimize pollution.
Our Stormwater Services
Partnerships with our communities are critical to the adoption of sustainable conservation practices across Cuyahoga County. Cuyahoga SWCD has built strong relationships with our municipal partners to support implementation of impactful practices at the local level. Learn more.
Cuyahoga SWCD’s Stormwater Team works closely with municipal engineers, construction site contractors, and property owners to minimize runoff and pollution from construction sites throughout the county. Learn more.
When properly maintained, stormwater infrastructure helps reduce flooding and erosion, while protecting water quality in Lake Erie. We work with communities and property owners to help ensure this critical infrastructure is properly maintained and functioning. Learn more.
Planning for stormwater early can help reduce construction costs and ongoing maintenance needs, while protecting water quality throughout Cuyahoga County. Learn more.
You may see our Stormwater Team out and about inspecting active construction sites and permanent stormwater infrastructure throughout Cuyahoga County. Our inspection reports help to identify and address potential sources of pollution in our local waterways. Learn more.
At Cuyahoga SWCD, we work closely with our residents, municipal partners, and other community stakeholders to provide technical assistance and resources which foster stewardship of our land. Learn more.
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