Ever wonder what happens to the water drop after a storm?

Once upon a time, the water drop fell from the clouds onto the trees and then into the ground. The water drop was free to meander through the soil to nourish the plants and trees and eventually recharge natural aquifers.

Today, the journey of a water drop is in crisis. Rather than soaking into the ground, the water drop lands on roof tops and impervious surfaces collecting the residue of urban living and rapidly rushing into storm drains and nearby water bodies. Along the way, the water drop collects particles of oil, gasoline, pesticides, lawn fertilizers and sediment which pollute our waterways, destroy habitat, kill fish and threaten the availability of clean drinking water for all future generations.

As you consider urban development on your property, keep in mind that what happens to the water drop after a storm is important. There are smart approaches to urban development that will meet your project needs while protecting the environment.