Dutchess County Soil & Water Conservation District
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Serving Dutchess County, NY For Over 60 Years
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Dutchess County Soil & Water Conservation District
Serving Dutchess County, NY For Over 60 Years
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 Web This Site Contact Information Telephone (845) 677-8011 ext 3
Fax (845) 677-8354
Address 2715 Rt 44, Suite 3 Millbrook, NY 12545
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StormwaterDutchess County Soil and Water Conservation District has
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When precipitation comes in contact with pollutants on the ground (such as trash, salt, oil, sediment, metals, and nutrients) the polluted water washes into local waterbodies. Stormwater in Dutchess County flows to the Hudson River, the Housatonic River, or the Croton Reservoir. Phase I (1990) and Phase II (2003) stormwater regulations originated from EPA as a means to achieve the goals of fishable, swimable waters (Clean Water Act, 1972). These stormwater regulations affect industries, construction sites and municipalities which release pollutants into storm sewer systems as a result of their normal activities. The regulations require that these groups minimize pollutant release to storm sewer systems by using better management practices. The district is involved in many projects affecting stormwater quality in Dutchess County. District employees work with municipalities and construction site operators to address their stormwater management practices so that they can remain in compliance with the state stormwater permits. Stormwater best management practices (BMP) implementation services offered by the district include construction site erosion control training, SWPPP review, site inspections to assess erosion control options, development and distribution of public outreach materials, annual report preparation, regional municipal workgroups, and regional conferences. For more information about stormwater regulations, please visit NYS DEC’s storm water website
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community
for a number of years to develop best management practices including nutrient
management programs, to help them keep their runoff from entering streams and
lakes. The district also provides assistance with stormwater practices related
to construction activities and municipalities. For more information on how the
district can assist with erosion controls, including trainings or site visits,
please contact us or visit the links below.