С»ÆѼÊÓƵ County is a Neuse designated community for compliance with . This rule requires the County to implement a public education program to inform citizens how to reduce nutrient pollution and to inform developers about the nutrient requirements
Stormwater runoff is the water that flows off impervious surfaces or is not fully absorbed by natural surfaces during rain events. This water drains into catch basins, storm sewers and ditches, eventually ending up in lakes and rivers. Stormwater runoff can cause flooding and erosion. Stormwater runoff can pick up harmful chemicals and debris causing polluted bodies of water and destroying natural habitats.
While С»ÆѼÊÓƵ County does not own or operate a public-owned storm water system, there are public and private owned stormwater control measures throughout the County. For all questions and concerns regarding the storm water program, please contact С»ÆѼÊÓƵ County at 919-856-7400.
С»ÆѼÊÓƵ Soil and Water Conservation District is committed to advancing the environmental literacy of С»ÆѼÊÓƵ County citizens through its environmental education, grant and volunteer programs for С»ÆѼÊÓƵ County citizens (students and adults). For volunteer opportunities including Big Sweep, please contact С»ÆѼÊÓƵ Soil & Water at 919-250-1050.
Stormwater Fact Sheets: While these handouts were drafted in the 1990s by NC Sea Grant and Land of Sky in response to the NPDES Phase 1 Stormwater Rules, the general content is still relevant.