Stormwater Management
Stormwater Runoff
Stormwater runoff is generated from precipitation and snowmelt events that flow over impervious land, streets, and rooftops and does not soak into the ground. This stormwater can flow into Swampscott's storm drain system and empty directly into the town's fresh waters and Atlantic Ocean. As the water flows it picks up pollutants like litter, salt, oil, pet waste, and dirt/sediment that can harm the local waters, environment, and residents. Stormwater is managed through a combined effort of engineering, planning, maintenance, and outreach to monitor the quality and amount of runoff.
Regulations
- Stormwater Bylaws
- Stormwater Management Rules and Regulations
- Swampscott Stormwater Management Program
Application for Developers
Helpful Links
Educational Materials
- Ground Water | Drinking Water Activities for Students and Teachers
- Recycle City
- Kids Environment Kids Health - Games
- EPA Resources for Students and Educators about Nonpoint Source Pollution
- Streams in the City Article | Streams in the City Activity
- "Flushable Wipes" Experiment - Not flushable (created by Tighe + Bond)
- Construction General Permit requirements
- Proper Storage and Handling of Materials for Stormwater Pollution Prevention
- Best Practices for Residential Yard Work Activities
- Best Practices for Residential Trash, Yard, Solid & Hazardous Waste Collection
- Best Practices for Commercial Landscaping Practices
- Best Management Practice for New Development and Redevelopment
- Best Management Practices for Stormwater at Gravel Mining Operations and Industrial Facilities
- Best Management Practices for Stormwater Pollution Prevention for Heavy Equipment Operators