Stormwater Management
Stormwater Management Act Information
Stormwater runoff is precipitation from rain or snow melt that flows over the ground. As it flows, it can pick up debris, chemicals, dirt and other pollutants and deposit them into a storm sewer system or water body. Anything that enters a storm sewer system is discharged untreated into the water bodies we use for swimming, fishing, and providing drinking water.
In response to the Stormwater Management Act the Mill Park in Fiskdale has installed a CDS unit to help keep the Quinnebaug River clean. This unit is designed to filter the storm water running off the road. The work was completed this May. The pictures below show the unit and the men in action.
REMEMBER - ONLY RAIN DOWN THE DRAIN!
To help keep our water bodies clean, residents should follow these simple guidelines:
To help keep our water bodies clean, residents should follow these simple guidelines:
- Use pesticides and fertilizers sparingly!
- Repair auto leaks!
- Dispose of household hazardous waste, used auto fluids (antifreeze, oil, etc.), and batteries at the Sturbridge Recycling Center.
- Clean-up after your pet!
- Use a commercial car wash or wash your car on a lawn or other unpaved surface.
- Clean paint brushes in a sink, not outdoors.
- Properly dispose of excess paints through a household hazardous waste collection site at the Sturbridge Recycling Center.
- Sweep up and properly dispose of construction debris like concrete and mortar.
The DPW's new catch basin cleaner and street sweeper were purchased in compliance with the Stormwater Management Act. For additional information on Stormwater Management, please visit Department of Environmental Protection or the U.S. Environmental Protecion Agency.
For more information please email Heather Blakeley
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 Stormwater Management Plan | 76.06 KB |
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