Overview
How is stormwater managed in Nashville?
Under significant rainfall conditions, stormwater is the cause of flooding, water pollution, and erosion. For the safety of the public and for the protection of public and private property, stormwater must be properly managed. Stormwater management, provided by the Stormwater Division of Metro Water Services, is one of the most important responsibilities of Metro government.
The Stormwater Division works diligently to:
- Control flooding by installing, cleaning, and maintaining Stormwater infrastructure such as curbs and gutters, street inlets, pipes, ditches, culverts, detention ponds etc.;
- Regulate development by setting design standards, providing technical guidance, reviewing plans for development and redevelopment, inspecting construction sites, and enforcing regulations
- Prevent pollution by educating the public, implementing clean water programs, inspecting and monitoring runoff, complying with federal and state regulations, and enforcing water quality standards set by the Clean Water Act.
What is Runoff?
Runoff is the flow of water over land surfaces. When it rains, the runoff flows to ditches, culverts, and the edge of roadways, where it eventually flows to streams and rivers.
What is a Storm Sewer System?
Storm sewer systems carry excess rainwater into storm drains & pipes, the untreated water flows directly into our creeks and streams.
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