Storm Drainage Design Standards
A creek is a watercourse that is a naturally occurring swale or depression or engineered channel that carries fresh or estuarine water either seasonally or year around.
Any project on a creek property may also require approval from other regulatory agencies relating to watershed protection.
You can help avoid sewer overflows, backups and costly repairs at home:
Restaurants and food service establishments can help avoid sewer overflows, backups and costly repairs by following these guidelines
Frequently Asked Questions
Remember, never put leaves, grass clippings, oil or trash into the drainage system! And never dispose of those items in the street, because debris could be swept into the system by storm water.
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