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The first known deed issued in New Hanover was for 200 acres to Johannes Schneider, December 9, 1718. The site is now the Gilbertsville Golf Course.

Planning

Stormwater Management


Overview

Stormwater runoff is generated when precipitation from rain and snow flow over land and impervious surfaces and does not infiltrate into the ground. The runoff from streets, lawns, farms, and construction and industrial sites pick up fertilizers, dirt, pesticides, oil, grease and many other pollutants and discharge into our lakes, streams and rivers. This untreated discharge is detrimental to our water quality as it can adversely affect our drinking water supply and environment. Many detention/retention/infiltration basins are already in place to help keep our water clean.

Stormwater Pollution Prevention Tips - Winter 2023-2024
Click on the underlined title above for tips on reducing stormwater runoff.


MS4 Infrastructure

If you are interested in where our stormwater is located, check out this attached link.

Stormwater Management, Simplified.

Have you ever wondered where all that water that gushes into a storm drain ends up? The journey does not end there... This story map provides a summary of the stormwater journey, including what stormwater contains, how it is managed, and its impacts on New Hanover Township streams and the community.

Click here for a link to the story map.


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Stormwater from my neighbor's property is causing erosion and flooding problems on my property.  What can I do?

A landowner has the right to have stormwater flow onto and over his property, and discharged through a natural water course onto a neighboring property. In addition, a landowner may make proper and profitable use of his land even though this use may result in some change in the quality or quantity of the water flowing to the property below.

Generally, any damage to the property below caused by surface water as a result of this use is not actionable. However, there are two exceptions to this general rule. The first exception is when the stormwater is diverted from its natural channel, and the second exception is when stormwater is unreasonably or unnecessarily changed in quantity or quality.

If you believe that either or both of the above-noted exceptions are applicable to your case, you should contact an attorney with experience in these matters. For if your neighbor is not willing to fix the problem you may be required to file suit in the Court of Common Pleas. Because the stormwater is flowing from private property, the Township is not a party to such disputes.

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[The Montgomery County Conservation District presented on this topic.  Click here - especially if you are considering developing in our municipality.]


The Township regulates its stormwater management through a permit that is obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) through the National Pollution and Discharge Elimination System Phase II (NPDES)/Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4). This is a federal requirement from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) that is administered by the state. This NPDES permit is broken up into six minimum control measures to be regulated and enforced by the Township. These minimum control measures include:

  • Public Education and Outreach
  • Public Participation/Involvement
  • Illicit Discharge, Detection and Elimination
  • Construction Site Runoff Control
  • Post-Construction Runoff Control
  • Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping
The Township is monitoring and testing storm sewer outfalls that have flow during dry periods. We request that all residents cooperate with our inspectors, as some outfalls are located on private properties.

For any questions or concerns regarding stormwater or to report illicit discharges to the storm sewer system, contact the Township at 610 323-1008.

More Information

There are many ways you can help the Township with its stormwater program, such as participating in volunteer programs that help keep trash, debris and other pollutants out of the storm sewer system. For more information on ways to get involved with your community, visit:

Quick Resource Guide For Winter Maintenance BMPs
Winter Maintenance BMPs

Stormwater Brochure
Be Stormwater Smart Brochure 


PennDOT: Adopt-A-Highway

http://www.dot.state.pa.us/Internet/Bureaus/pdHwyBeau.nsf/AAHHome?OpenFrameset

USEPA

http://www.epa.gov/

Stormwater Basic Information 

http://www.epa.gov/npdes/npdes-stormwater-program   

Stormwater Program 

http://cfpub.epa.gov/npdes/home.cfm?program_id=6

Stormwater Discharge from MS4's 

http://www.epa.gov/npdes/stormwater-discharges-municipal-sources#overview

Stormwater Outreach Materials and Reference Documents

https://cfpub.epa.gov/npdes/docs.cfm?document_type_id=3&view=Fact%2520Sheets%2520and%2520Outreach%2520Materials&program_id=6&sort=name

PA DEP 

http://www.depweb.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/dep_home/5968

PA DEP Southeast Region Office

http://www.dep.pa.gov/About/Regional/SoutheastRegion/Pages/default.aspx#.VtWfKFsrKUk

Stormwater Management Program

http://www.dep.pa.gov/Business/Water/PointNonPointMgmt/StormwaterMgmt/Pages/default.aspx#.VtWiP1srKUl

BCCD Bucks County Conservation District 

http://www.bucksccd.org/

FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency 

http://www.fema.gov/

CWP Center for Watershed Protection 

http://www.cwp.org/

Department of Environmental Protection

PADEP – MS4 Resources: 

http://www.dep.pa.gov/Business/Water/PointNonPointMgmt/StormwaterMgmt/Stormwater/Pages/MS4-Resources.aspx#.VtWaHFsrKUk

PADEP - MS4 Stormwater Activity Book for Children

http://files.dep.state.pa.us/Water/BPNPSM/StormwaterManagement/MunicipalStormwater/MuniSWResources/MS4_Partners_Stormwater_Activity_Book_2015-rv2.pdf

DEP Southeast Regional Office: 

http://www.dep.pa.gov/About/Regional/SoutheastRegion/Pages/default.aspx#.VtWfKFsrKUk

PA DEP Stormwater Management Program: 

http://www.dep.pa.gov/Business/Water/PointNonPointMgmt/StormwaterMgmt/Pages/default.aspx#.VtWiP1srKUl

DEP – E&S for Single Family Homes and Minor Construction Projects: 

http://www.elibrary.dep.state.pa.us/dsweb/Get/Document-107599/3150-FS-DEP4096.pdf

DEP – Snow Management and Removal: 

http://www.elibrary.dep.state.pa.us/dsweb/Get/Document-109526/3800-FS-DEP1634.pdf

DEP – Swimming Pool Discharge Guidelines: 

http://www.elibrary.dep.state.pa.us/dsweb/Get/Document-108937/3850-FS-DEP4251.pdfhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28I1qP-rtw0&feature=youtu.be

DEP – Stream Improvement Program:

http://www.elibrary.dep.state.pa.us/dsweb/Get/Document-108190/3130-FS-DEP2179.pdf

DEP – Minimizing Accelerated Soil Erosion & Preventing Sediment Pollution: 

http://www.elibrary.dep.state.pa.us/dsweb/Get/Document-107595/3150-FS-DEP1841.pdf

DEP – Reporting Requirements for Spills and Pollution Incidents under PA Clean Streams Law: 

http://www.elibrary.dep.state.pa.us/dsweb/Get/Document-101220/3800-FS-DEP4449.pdf

DEP – Water Quality Standards: 

http://www.dep.pa.gov/Business/Water/PointNonPointMgmt/WaterQuality/Pages/default.aspx#.VtW6sy0o6Uk

United States Environmental Protection Agency

EPA – Stormwater Fact Sheets and Outreach Materials: 

https://cfpub.epa.gov/npdes/docs.cfm?document_type_id=3&view=Fact%2520Sheets%2520and%2520Outreach%2520Materials&program_id=6&sort=name

EPA - Stormwater Basic Information: 

http://www.epa.gov/npdes/npdes-stormwater-program 

EPA - Stormwater Discharges from MS4’s: 

http://www.epa.gov/npdes/stormwater-discharges-municipal-sources#overview

EPA - MS4 Overview: 

http://www3.epa.gov/npdes/pubs/fact2-0.pdf

EPA - MS4 Fact Sheet: 

http://www3.epa.gov/npdes/pubs/fact2-1.pdf

EPA –Urbanized Area Definition: 

http://www3.epa.gov/npdes/pubs/fact2-2.pdf

EPA – Public Education and Outreach: 

https://www3.epa.gov/npdes/pubs/fact2-3.pdf

EPA – Public Participation and Involvement: 

https://www3.epa.gov/npdes/pubs/fact2-4.pdf

EPA – Illicit Discharge, Detection and Elimination: 

https://www3.epa.gov/npdes/pubs/fact2-5.pdf

EPA -  Construction Site Runoff Control: 

https://www3.epa.gov/npdes/pubs/fact2-6.pdf

EPA – Post-Construction Runoff Control: 

https://www3.epa.gov/npdes/pubs/fact2-7.pdf

EPA – Pollution Prevention / Good Housekeeping: 

https://www3.epa.gov/npdes/pubs/fact2-8.pdf

EPA – National Menu of Stormwater Best Management Practices:

http://www.epa.gov/npdes/national-menu-best-management-practices-bmps-stormwater#edu

EPA – Stormwater Permit Coverage for Construction Sites: 

https://www3.epa.gov/region10/pdf/water/stormwater_permit_brochure_print.pdf

EPA – After the Storm:

https://www3.epa.gov/npdes/pubs/after_the_storm.pdf

EPA – Stormwater Management Practices: 

http://www.epa.gov/greeningepa/stormwater-management-practices-epa-facilities

EPA – Stormwater Management: 

http://www.epa.gov/greeningepa/stormwater-management

EPA – Green Infrastructure: 

http://www.epa.gov/green-infrastructure

EPA Stormwater Best Management Practices (BMP) Menu: 

http://www.epa.gov/npdes/national-menu-best-management-practices-bmps-stormwater-documents

EPA – Evaluating the Effectiveness of Municipal Stormwater Programs: 

https://www3.epa.gov/npdes/pubs/region3_factsheet_swmp.pdf

EPA – Water Pollution Prevention and Control: 

http://www.epa.gov/p2/learn-about-pollution-prevention

Miscellaneous

Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy: 

http://www.perkiomenwatershed.org/

DEP – Raingardens and Rain Barrels: 

http://www.elibrary.dep.state.pa.us/dsweb/Get/Document-109593/3850-PA-DEP4500.pdf

Rain Barrel Resources: 

http://www.rainbarrelresource.com/

PADOT Adopt-a Highway: 

http://www.penndot.gov/about-us/AdoptaHighway/Pages/default.aspx#.VtSv9lsrKUk

Homeowner’s Guide to Stormwater: 

http://www.stormwaterguide.org/static/HomeownersGuide.pdf

Green Guide for Property Management: 

http://schuylkillwaters.org/doc_files/Green%20Guide%20for%20Property%20Management.pdf

Center for Watershed Protection Municipal Pollution Prevention / Good Housekeeping Practices (Manual 9):

http://www.in.gov/indot/files/Municipal_Pollution_Prevention_and_Good_Housekeeping.pdf  

Homeowners Guide to Stormwater


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