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Prevent Storm Water Pollution

How Homeowners Can Help Prevent Stormwater Pollution

Stormwater runoff occurs when water from rain or snow and ice melting flows over the ground. Stormwater becomes a problem when it picks up debris, chemicals, dirt and other pollutants as it flows or when it causes flooding and erosion of streambanks. Stormwater travels through a system of pipes and roadside ditches that make up storm sewer systems. It eventually flows directly to a lake, river, stream, wetland or coastal water. All of the pollutants stormwater carries along the way empty into our waters, too, because stormwater does not get treated!

Here are some of the most important ways for Township residents to prevent stormwater pollution:

  • Properly dispose of hazardous substances, such as used motor oil, cleaning supplies and paint – never pour them down any part of the storm sewer system, and report anyone who does.
  • Use pesticides, fertilizers and herbicides properly and efficiently to prevent excess runoff of these items.
  • Look for signs of soil and other pollutants, such as debris and chemicals, leaving construction sites in stormwater runoff or tracked into roads by construction vehicles. Report poorly managed construction sites that could impact stormwater runoff to the Township.
  • Install innovative stormwater practices on residential properties, such as rain barrels or rain gardens, that capture stormwater and keep it on-site instead of letting it drain away into the storm sewer system.
  • Report any discharge from stormwater outfalls during times of dry weather – a sign there could be a problem with the storm sewer system.
  • Pick up after pets and dispose of their waste properly. No matter where pets make a mess – in a backyard or on open space – stormwater runoff can carry pet waste from the land to the storm sewer system to a stream.
  • Store materials that could pollute water indoors and use containers for outdoor storage that do not rust or leak to eliminate exposure of materials to stormwater.

New federal regulations enacted in December 1999 require Lower Makefield Township to improve on their existing stormwater management program over the next five years, beginning in March 2003.

Stormwater Management – 2021 MS4 Program Update

Lower Makefield – 2020 MS4 Program Presentation

The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Phase II stormwater program requires that Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4s) address the six required elements contained in the federal regulations to reduce water pollution:

  • Public Education and Outreach
  • Public Participation and Involvement
  • Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination
  • Construction Site Runoff Control
  • Post-Construction Stormwater Management in New Development and Redevelopment
  • Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations and Maintenance

Information on this program is available from the Pennsylvania DEP at the following website:  http://www.dep.pa.gov/Pages/default.aspx

STORMWATER/MS4 REFERENCES AND RESOURCES – APRIL 2010
Ordinance 388 Neshaminy Creek Watershed Act 167 Stormwater Management Ordinance
Ordinance 389 Delaware River South Watershed Act 167 Stormwater Management Ordinance

What is an Illicit Discharge and How Do I Report One?

Illicit Discharge Information

Volunteer Opportunities

  1. Stencil storm drains with warnings about dumping.
  2. Participate in a stream or creek cleanup.
  3. Plant trees along a pond, stream or creek.
  4. Organize a neighborhood or watershed pollution watch.   Map of Lower Makefield Watersheds

* If you are interested in any of these programs contact Jim Majewski at jimm@lmt.org

Students can earn community service hours!!!!

Educational Brochures
When It Rains It Drains
After The Storm
Maintain Your BMPs  and  Maintain Your BMPs II 
Septic System Maintenance
Stormwater Prevention Tips
Swimming Pool Guidelines

Stormwater Related Websites
NPDES Permit Program Basics
EPA Stormwater Program Overview
DEP Southeast Regional Office
Bucks County Conservation District
Bucks County Planning Commission

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Makefield Highlands,
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    • Department Directory
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  • Public Safety
    • Police & CRIMEWATCH Alerts
    • Yardley-Makefield Emergency Unit
    • ReadyBucks Emergency System
    • Neighborhood Watch Program
    • Flood Information & Insurance
    • Storm Water Pollution Prevention
    • Animal Control & Dog Licenses
    • Prescription Drug Disposal
    • PAStop: Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention
  • Municipal Services
    • Electronics Disposal
    • Hazardous Household Waste Disposal
    • Leaf Collection
    • Recycle Yard – Approved Drop-off Dates
    • Roads & Pothole Repair
    • Sewer
    • Utilities
  • Community
    • Community Links
    • Community Sports Organizations
    • RFP/Employment Opportunities
    • Environment
    • LMT Youth Committee
    • Makefield Highlands Golf Course
    • News & Events
    • Township Newsletters
    • Our Parks – Complete List
      • Memorial Park & 9-11 Garden of Reflection
      • Veterans Square Monument
    • Patterson Farm
    • Photos: Township Highlights
    • Seniors
    • The Pool @ LMT
    • Yardley-Makefield Library
    • Video: LMT Community Clips
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    • Attractive Opportunities
    • New Resident Information
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    • Population & Census Data
    • Largest Employers
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    • Retail Centers
    • Transportation
    • Quality of Life
    • LMT Economic Development Commission
  • Forms & Requests
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