One task that is often overlooked during spring cleaning is clearing out drainage swales and storm drain inlets. Every year trillions of dangerous bacteria and tons of fertilizer and trash reach our local streams every year by way of street-side storm drains.
News, Events, and Updates from MCWEC
New Indiana Construction Permit for Erosion Control
In December of 2021, Indiana Rule 5 detailing how developers and contractors must protect Indiana’s soil and water during the process of construction was replaced with the Construction Stormwater General Permit (CSGP).
Waterways Indiana Film Tour
Ongoing now through June 22, Indiana Humanities (a statewide nonprofit which facilitates programs that encouraging Hoosiers to think, read and talk) is hosting a nine-city film tour featuring six short documentary films about Indiana’s waterways.
2021 MCWEC Annual Report
Explore our annual report on groundwater protection activities taking place during 2021 and learn how YOU can protect our drinking water.
Stormwater Landscape Maintenance Training Goes Virtual
Training on stormwater feature requirements and maintenance is now available online and free of charge through the White River Alliance.
Bring your spring cleaning “finds” to a Recycling Special Event on Saturday, April 23
Bring your unwanted electronics to the FREE spring electronics recycling event on Saturday, April 23 at Krannert Park from 9am-2pm.