What is urban stormwater runoff and how does it impact on water quality?
Stormwater is runoff that washes off from streets, parking lots, houses, lawns, etc., that eventually flows into local waterways. This water contains pollutants. Conservation Authorities comment on stormwater issue, with regard to proper control methods (through land use plan review and input). In some cases treatment of stormwater, through facilities like stormwater management ponds are used to reduce the negative impacts of stormwater on our waterways. Stormwater Management Ponds slow down the water, provide areas for particles to settle, and give plants a chance to filter out various pollutants and microorganisms.
