The Stormwater Center is in the process of developing a database of innovative BMPs for public use. This new database is designed to highlight BMP strategies, such as Low Impact Development (LID) designs, implemented throughout the state and New England region. Bioretention areas, rain gardens, gravel wetlands, and pervious pavements are some of the innovative stormwater best management practices (BMPs) that we are targeting. Lack of performance data and implementation examples are often limiting factors to more widespread acceptance and implementation of innovative stormwater BMPs. Our intention is to provide a database that identifies local examples that will be useful for anyone considering using these techniques for future development to protect our water resources. You might be surprised how many of these innovative systems are out there.

• Access the database here>>
  
  
• Use our on-line submission form to enter relevant information directly into the database. Click here>>

Alternatively you can send an email with information as well, although the online submission is preferred and will help standardize the database management efforts.

As a side note, the NEMO program located at the University of Connecticut currently hosts a similar database for the state of Connecticut, and as such this effort will not include CT systems. We encourage you to visit the NEMO program as it is an exceptional resource for non-point source management. Click here>>