In New York State, Stormwater contributes to impairment of 766 miles of streams and rivers, 157 square miles of lakes and reservoirs and 247 square miles of estuaries.
The MS4 stormwater management program has six elements termed “minimum control measures” which when implemented should result in significant reduction in pollutants discharged into receiving waters. The six minimum control measures and the actions required by your municipality are outlined below.