Stormwater Management
The ultimate goal of stormwater management is to maintain the health of streams , lakes , rivers , and other water sources as well as aquatic life . Stormwater managers also wish to provide opportunities for human uses of water by mitigating the effects of urban development . To achieve this goal , stormwater management strives to maintain the natural hydrologic cycle , prevent an increased risk of flooding , prevent undesirable stream erosion , and protect water quality .
The federal Clean Water Act ( CWA ), directs all municipalities to improve stormwater quality and protect watersheds , rivers , streams , and drinking water sources . The City of Arlington Public Works & Transportation Department coordinates the citywide response to the federal and state stormwater permits that require the City to reduce stormwater pollution , and oversees other programs that respond to water quality requirements .
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