Stormwater runoff: What it is and why it is important in Johnson County, Kansas
January 1, 2009
Stormwater runoff is a leading contributor to pollution in streams, rivers, and lakes in Johnson County, Kansas, and nationwide. Because stormwater runoff contains pollutants from many different sources, decreasing pollution from stormwater runoff is a challenging task. It requires cooperation from residents, businesses, and municipalities. An important step in protecting streams from stormwater pollution is understanding watershed processes, stormwater characteristics, and their combined effects on streams and water quality.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 2009 |
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Title | Stormwater runoff: What it is and why it is important in Johnson County, Kansas |
DOI | 10.3133/fs20093103 |
Authors | Teresa J. Rasmussen, Heather C. Schmidt |
Publication Type | Report |
Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
Series Title | Fact Sheet |
Series Number | 2009-3103 |
Index ID | fs20093103 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
USGS Organization | Kansas Water Science Center |