Storm Water Pollution Reduction
A major source of pollution in all urban watersheds is runoff from storm water drainage systems. Sediment runoff from
construction projects, oil and chemical spills, runoff from improper fertilizer and pesticide application and any
other activity that results in introduction of foreign waste into the watershed contributes to increased levels of
pollution.
Home owners have a responsibility to the watershed that is their
water source to control chemical and oil spills, minimize pesticide and fertilizer overuse and generally minimize their family's
impact on the watershed. See Storm Water Practices for Home Owners
for details on what you can do to protect your water sources.
Developers and contractors have a statutory obligation to control runoff during construction projects. Local government agencies
monitor and enforce these regulations. As the overall agency responsible for water quality in the Cherry Creek basin, many
agencies rely on the Cherry Creek Basin Water Quality Authority to review
permit applications and recommend Best Management Practices (BMPs) for projects in the watershed. See
Storm Water Practices for Developers and Contractors
for details on how the permit and enforcement process is implemented by the various governing agencies in the Cherry Creek
Basin.
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