Stormwater

Stormwater Defined

Stormwater is water from rain, snowmelt, or even irrigation that flows across the ground and pavement before entering the storm drain system. This water flows directly to rivers and lakes with little or no treatment.

Stormwater Management Plan

The City has developed a Storm Water Management Plan to guide residents and businesses in water resource management. This plan meets the requirements of the Metropolitan Surface Water Management Act and complies with Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) Rules Chapter 8410. It also aligns with the policies of the Lower Mississippi River Watershed Management Organization, the Wetland Conservation Act of 1991, and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES).

A checklist (PDF) is available to assist developers in complying with the Storm Water Management Plan when submitting plans for City approval.

MS4 Permit Reissuance

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) reissued the MS4 General Permit (MNR040000) on November 16, 2020. The City of South St. Paul submitted an MS4 Reauthorization Application, which the MPCA has reviewed and deemed complete.

Public Comment Period: The 30-day public comment period for the City’s Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP) opened on September 14, 2021, and closed at 4:30 p.m. on October 14, 2021.

Supporting documentation:

For more information, visit the MPCA Public Notices webpage .

Submitting Written Comments

The terms and conditions of the general permit are not open for public comment. However, comments may be submitted regarding:

The permit application or eligibility for coverage under the general permit.
Suggested changes to the application materials.
Supporting reasons, stated clearly enough for the MPCA to investigate the request.

Contact: Jeremy Sanoski, MPCA | Phone: 218-316-3888 | Email: Jeremy.sanoski@state.mn.us