Stormwater consists of the precipitation and snowmelt that flows over the ground. In natural landscapes like grasslands and forests, a significant portion of the rainfall and snowmelt is absorbed into the soil, with vegetation playing a role in reducing the speed of runoff. Conversely, in urban environments, the presence of buildings and impermeable surfaces like parking lots prevents water from infiltrating the ground, resulting in heightened runoff rates and velocity. During its journey, runoff can accumulate contaminants such as fertilizers and pesticides from lawns, motor oil from vehicle leaks, pet waste, and sediment from construction sites. Consequently, this can lead to the pollution of downstream water bodies.
Stormwater consists of the precipitation and snowmelt that flows over the ground. In natural landscapes like grasslands and forests, a significant portion of the rainfall and snowmelt is absorbed into the soil, with vegetation playing a role in reducing the speed of runoff. Conversely, in urban environments, the presence of buildings and impermeable surfaces like parking lots prevents water from infiltrating the ground, resulting in heightened runoff rates and velocity. During its journey, runoff can accumulate contaminants such as fertilizers and pesticides from lawns, motor oil from vehicle leaks, pet waste, and sediment from construction sites. Consequently, this can lead to the pollution of downstream water bodies.
The city of Kennett, Missouri, has been diligently working on improving its stormwater management system to ensure the protection of its environment and infrastructure. Stormwater management is crucial aspect of urban planning, as it directly impacts the quality of life for residents, the health of local ecosystems, and overall resilience of the city to extreme weather events.
One primary goals of stormwater management in Kennett is to prevent flooding during heavy rains and to minimize the negative effects of urban runoff. Kennett has been working with state and federal agencies to ensure that these goals are met, while also complying with regulations and standards set forth at various levels of government. These partnerships enable Kennett to leverage external resources to enhance its stormwater infrastructure and protect the community from the adverse effects of stormwater runoff.
The city of Kennett is actively working on its stormwater management initiatives to protect its environment. Through a combination of infrastructure improvements including collaboration with external agencies and focus on sustainability. We are taking proactive steps to create a more resilient and environmentally friendly community for the future.