2. Characteristics of the MS4
Numerous features of the natural landscape trap runoff and allow rainwater to filter into the ground. Wetlands and ponds can retain significant volumes of water; forests and grasslands absorb water freely. These natural features remove pollutants and slow the rate of surface runoff. Land development often eliminates features that moderate stormwater runoff, may expose soil to erosion, and may exacerbate other negative impacts. It is, therefore, important for the MS4 to inventory, evaluate and characterize the natural, land use and development characteristics of the area. This characterization helps to establish a realistic stormwater management programs whose goal is to maintain pre-development runoff conditions.
Watersheds and Receiving Waterbodies:
MS4 Watersheds:
- To Be Determined
- To Be Determined
Primary Receiving Waterbodies:
- To Be Determined
- To Be Determined
Population Characteristics:
Within Municipality Within MS4 Area
- Total Population
- Population Density
- Number of Households
- Other
Development and Land Use Characteristics:
Within Municipality Within MS4 Area
- Percent of Developed Area
- Percent of Undeveloped Area
- Residential Acreage
- Commercial Acreage
- Number of Building Permits Issued
- Other