Nutrient-rich lawn debris is washed down storm drains during rain events, and clog stormdrains and cause flooding.

 

Landscape Contractor

Stormwater SMART now offers training sessions for municipal and private landscape contractors. In response to the Jordan Lake Rules, many of our communities have additional requirements regarding nutrient management. This presentation helps providers understand why new regulations are in place, and assess where they might improve their practices. Please contact us at stormwatersmart@ptcog.org to set up a presentation, or download the presentation from the link below.

What can you do?

    1. Conduct soil tests

    2. Apply correct amount and formulation

    3. Don’t apply before storm events

    4. Avoid getting fertilizer on impervious surfaces

    5. Sweep/blow fertilizer off of impervious surfaces

    6. Never dispose of anything down the storm drain

    7. Do not wash off equipment near a storm drain

    Download PowerPoint Presentation

 

 

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