Stormwater

Water management can present various challenges - whether it's dealing with too much water, not enough, or water runoff from surrounding properties.  Discussions about water quality often bring up different perspectives, from concerns about pollution to debates over the roles of farmers, cities and lakeshore owners.  

What we all agree on is the critical importance of maintaining clean water.  Over the years, significant efforts have been made to improve water quality, and there are still small, impactful actions we can take regularly to continue this progress.  Planning for fast, intense rain events is essential, and you can make a difference. 

Did you know that stormwater runoff from Worthington flows into four different lakes? Use the map below to identify your neighborhood and see which lake receives the water runoff off your property. 

Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)

In compliance with state and federal regulations, the City of New Ulm has been designated as a Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) community.  As part of this designation, the City is required to develop, implement, and enforce a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) aimed at reducing the discharge of pollutants from the storm sewer system, in accordance with the Federal Clean Water Act (CWA) and its amendments, to protect water quality in the receiving waters.

This SWPPP has been created to meet the requirements of the Federal National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Phase II permit.  Additionally, it outlines the necessary steps to comply with the phosphorus Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) requirements for the Minnesota River.