What does “NPDES” stand for and what is its relevance to Stormwater Management?
NPDES stands for National Pollution Discharge Elimination System. Cobb County maintains a five year permit to discharge stormwater into the municipal stormwater management system. To renew our permit each year, we must demonstrate that we are monitoring our streams; that we are complying with all applicable state and federal laws and that we are employing sufficient Best Management Practices to protect and enhance water quality.
