Stormwater pollution begins with seemingly harmless activities such as dog walking, car washing and garden care. RRWA provides 10 actions individuals can take to prevent stormwater pollution.
Stormwater

Stormwater is generated when precipitation from rain and snowmelt flows over land or impervious surfaces and does not percolate into the ground. As the runoff flows over the land or impervious surfaces (paved streets, parking lots, and building rooftops), it can accumulate debris, chemicals, sediment or other pollutants that could affect water quality. RRWA supports member agencies with Phase I & II permit requirements including facilitating communication, conducting workshops and training, and coordinating public outreach. Below are RRWA resources regarding training opportunities, events, publications, stormwater outreach, awareness, and pollution prevention.
The Stormwater Low Impact Development (LID) Technical Design Manual was developed by the regional Phase I Stormwater Copermittees (Santa Rosa, County of Sonoma, SCWA) to provide technical guidance for project design that requires implementation of stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs). This document supersedes the 2005 SUSMP. Many of our Phase II Member Agencies also use this guidance document.
Outreach materials for pollutants of concern in the Russian River Watershed: Sediment, Temperature, Indicator Bacteria, pH, Low Dissovled Oxygen, Mercury, Nitrogen, Phosphorous, Automotive Prevention, and Trash.
Guidelines for the Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan - Stormwater Best Management Practices for New Development and Redevelopment: For the Santa Rosa Area and Unincorporated Areas around Petaluma and Sonoma (June 3, 2005).
Links to Member Agency stormwater programs, and other stormwater resources in the Russian River Watershed.
