Colorado Stormwater Portal Update
An update on the Colorado Stormwater Portal that MHFD has been working on for the past year or so. As…
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How a Bill Becomes a Law in Colorado
Learn how a bill becomes a law in Colorado.
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Colorado Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP) Presentation
Heather Carlson from the Colorado Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP) discusses the LTAP program.
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Stop the Algae Monster! Excessive Nutrients are Harmful
Harmful algae can form in waterways due to excessive nutrient loading from yard waste. Prevent the algae monster by keeping a few key things in mind.
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Stormwater Stan: Vehicle Maintenance Faux Pas
Don’t be a Stormwater Stan! Please remember to dispose of all fluids properly when maintaining vehicles and equipment. Water entering…
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Stormwater 101: Illicit Discharges
What are Illicit Discharges? Illicit Discharges are anything other than rain or snow melt that enters storm sewers such as dirt, oil, chemicals, concrete, and excess nutrients. Report any of these things to your local municipality if you see them entering the storm sewer system.
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The Supreme Court has ruled that two common NPDES permit provisions are invalid: So what’s next?
The Supreme Court’s ruling in San Francisco v. EPA provides some protections against liability for conditions beyond the permittee’s control, but stormwater managers should be aware of state law requirements and other potential pitfalls. This article on Stormwater Solutions by Dana Dean and Christopher D. Jensen reviews the case and how it might impact NPDES permits.
