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Stormwater Resources for Homeowners

If you would like to report an issue with a stormwater detention facility (detention pond/basin, swale, ditch, curb inlet, etc.), you may call our office at 812-349-2565 or submit an online report, anonymity allowed. Click here to submit a report. 

View the stormwater infrastructure near you: BMP Inventory Map

Click on the video links below to learn more about stormwater! 

What even is stormwater?

This video gives a short description of what "stormwater" is,  and what our department does.

Stormwater tips for your property 

Stormwater management is a collective task-- we need your help! Click this video to learn how. 

Rain Garden 101 

Rain gardens are a beautiful way to help manage storm water, as they are planted with wildflowers and other native plants that can tolerate both waterlogged and drought conditions. This video will introduce you to these gardens, and explain how to install one on your property. 

How to control for erosion

All homeowners must maintain the land they inhabit, and erosion is just one problem that can arise due to stormwater. This is a great resource to understand how erosion happens and what you can do about it.

Best Management Practices (BMPs) for stormwater 

This a great video to watch if you would like to learn about stormwater management on a more technical level. We recommend watching "What even is stormwater?" before this video, if you are just learning about our department. 

Contact Us

Lisa Ridge,
Highway Director
5900 W Foster Curry Dr
Bloomington, IN 47403
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  • Phone: (812) 803-6810
  • Phone: (812) 349-2555
  • Fax: (812) 825-5358
  • Staff Directory
  • M - F 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

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