Stormwater Management
What is Stormwater?
The United States Environmental Protection Agency defines stormwater as rain or melting snow that flows off of streets, lawns, or other sites. In natural areas, it is absorbed into the soil, filtering through the ground to recharge aquifers and replenish waterways. In developed areas, stormwater flows over land or hardened surfaces, such as rooftops, parking lots, and driveways, preventing the water from naturally absorbing into the ground. As it travels, stormwater picks up oil, chemicals, bacteria, sediment, and other pollutants, and washes it directly into a community’s storm drain system, and ultimately a nearby waterway. In addition to degrading water quality, these pollutants can clog storm drains, causing flooding, property damage, and public safety issues.
Municipal Stormwater Information
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
Municipal Stormwater Management Plan
Stormwater Ordinances
For O-5-2007-021, view Township Code Book Vol. II, Ch. 28, Section 5-27
For O-6-2010-009, view Township Code Book Vol. I, Ch. 44 "Flood Damage Prevention"
Additional Stormwater Information
New Jersey Stormwater Utility Resource Center | Visit Site
Guide to Best Practices | Visit Site
NJDEP: Division of Water Quality | Visit Site
NJDEP Training and Education | Visit Site
Stormwater Brochures
What is a Watershed? | PDF
Clean Water Book | PDF
Fertilizer Brochure | PDF
Pet Waste Brochure | PDF
Contact Info
Deputy Superintendent| Greg Slavicek, CPWM, CRP, CCCC
76 Gravel Hill Spotswood Road | Monroe Twp., NJ 08831
Phone: (732) 656-4575 | Email:
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 2:45 pm