Reducing Stormwater Runoff
There are many ways to reduce the amount of stormwater runoff coming from your property. A few choices include:
"CAPTURE" THE RAIN
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Did you know: A PNW conifer intercepts and transpires as much as 30% of the rain that falls on it each year. (Herrera Environmental Consultants, 2008) |
"COLLECT" THE RAIN
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Did you know: ¼” of rain falling on a 1,400 SF roof will generate over 200 gallons of runoff in a brief storm! Important information: Collected rainwater should not be used for drinking or watering food-producing plants. |
"DISPERSE" THE RAIN
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Important information: Avoid infiltration on or near slopes, bluffs, structures or septic systems, areas with shallow groundwater, or where you might adversely impact your neighbor. |
Mason Conservation District
450 W Business Park RD Shelton, WA 98584 Phone: (360) 427-9436 Fax: (360) 427-4396 |
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