Stormwater & Drainage

  • Stopping the Slide: How to Stabilize Streambanks and Prevent Erosion

    Springtime brings back warmer temperatures, green plants, beautiful blooms – and unfortunately heavy, damaging rain events. 

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  • Quarter One Stormwater Update: Permits Issued and Compliance Reminders

    Please remember, if you are moving soil in the unincorporated parts of Richland County you need to consult with us about permit requirements…

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  • Managing Stormwater: Year-End Updates and Insights

    Our fourth and final quarter of the year has been a busy one for stormwater permits.

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All Your Stormwater Permit Needs

Get the forms and documents you need regarding stormwater.

Continental Divide Tour

Explore the Continental Divide in Richland County.

EPA Best Practices

Read about various methods of stormwater management.

I Have a Project

What to bring when applying for a Stormwater Permit.

Impervious Areas

See how impervious areas affect your watershed.

NPDES/MS4

Learn about the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES).

Floodplains

Learn what a floodplain is and why you need to be aware of them.

Drainage

Learn about Ohio drainage laws, ditch petition, and neighborhood drainage issues.

Ponds

Read about types of ponds, new pond construction, and pond care and maintenance.

Report a Land Concern

Report a problem on your property you would like assistance with, or a concern regarding Stormwater Regulations.

Stormwater

Learn what stormwater is and how to manage better manage it.

Townships

See the watersheds, rivers, and streams of Richland County’s townships.

Water Data Map

See the average precipitation in the different watersheds with our interactive map.

Watershed Map

Learn about the unique watersheds of our county using our interactive map.