Stormwater runoff is created when rain falls on pavement, buildings, and other impervious surfaces that do not allow water to soak into the ground. In developed areas of Clinton County, we limit flooding by moving this runoff from our roads, parking lots, and neighborhoods through storm drains which discharge directly into rivers and streams. Since the discharge from separate storm sewer systems does not get processed at a treatment plant, any contaminant on the ground can "hitch a ride" with runoff and impact our shared surface waters. Pet waste, oil, leaves, and dirty water from cleaning your car can enter storm drains and flow downstream where it harms aquatic habitats and makes water unsafe for swimming, canoeing and other water-related activities. The Clinton County Road Commission (CCRC) takes steps to reduce this pollution to improve water quality and to meet State and Federal requirements.
Per these requirements, the CCRC must apply for a stormwater discharge permit every five years. A large part of that application consists of a description as to how the CCRC will commit to and proceed with the development, implementation, and enforcement of practices to reduce the discharge of pollutants from its municipal separate storm sewer system to the maximum extent practicable. This documentation was designated as the Clinton County Road Commission Stormwater Management Plan, which is located below for public review and input.
To help facilitate a regional approach to stormwater management, the CCRC is also a member of the Greater Lansing Regional Committee for Stormwater Management, a guiding body comprised of Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) communities within the Greater Lansing Region. The committee has been established to guide the implementation of the stormwater program for participating communities within the Grand River, the Red Cedar River and the Looking Glass River watersheds. Visit MyWatersheds.org to learn about upcoming events, find steps you can take to limit water pollution, and to get involved in managing our shared water resources!
If you have questions or comments regarding the CCRC’s stormwater management plan, please contact Marc Trotter at 989-668-0044 or trotterm@ccrc-roads.com.
Stormwater Management Plan
2016 Progress Report