Stormwater Management Resources

RI Stormwater Solutions

Rhode Island’s Department of Environmental Management compiled a series of infographics, diagrams and similar sources about stormwater. This site has background information about runoff, stormwater and storm drains in Rhode Island. The RIDEM outlines steps for protecting drainage ways and water sources after a storm. There are also guides for constructing rain gardens and fresh water buffers.

Find out how YOU CAN take action TO MANAGE STORMWATER AT HOME

Save the Bay’s Bay-Friendly Tips

Save the Bay works to protect Narragansett Bay and its watershed. On this site, Save the Bay provides ideas to make a homeowner’s yards more water efficient and sustainable. There are guidelines to constructing rain gardens, native plants and growing a healthy lawn without fertilizers. Save the Bay also provides links to similar resources.

BAY-FRIENDLY STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AND LAWN CARE

Stormwater Innovation Center

The Stormwater Innovation Center works collaboratively with government, non-profits, and industry partners to improve water quality and stormwater management throughout Rhode Island. On this website, homeowners can watch videos, read through newsletters, and learn more about how stormwater is impacting local communities. Navigate through their site to find more information about the projects they are working on, local events they are hosting, and ways to get involved.

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CT NEMO Rain Garden Guide for Homeowners

Rain Gardens: A Design Guide for Connecticut and New England Homeowners

The University of Connecticut’s NEMO Program (CT NEMO) has developed a site that provides information about rain gardens as well as useful tips for designing, installing, and maintaining rain gardens on a homeowner’s own property. Instructional steps, videos, and diagrams for building rain gardens can be found on the CT NEMO Program site as well as an app which can be downloaded to a homeowner’s mobile device.

DOWNLOAD THE RAIN GARDEN APP TO COMPLETE YOUR PROJECT

RIDEM Rain Garden Resources

Rhode Island’s Department of Environmental Management assembled a series of brochures, factsheets, handouts, and more sources about Rain Gardens. Information and materials regarding design, maintenance, and training can all be found on the RIDEM website.

MORE RAIN GARDEN RESOURCES FOR HOWEOWNERS

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