Community Response Directory
Stormwater
Runoff, retention, drainage from developed sites.
All problems
Most stormwater issues are local plus state construction permits. FEMA maps are the baseline.
- Call first
- Public WorksMunicipal agency
- State Environmental AgencyConstruction stormwater permits.
- Also contact
- EPAFederal agency
- May help
- Waterkeeper AllianceNGO · National · Grassroots
- American RiversNGO · National · Professional
- River NetworkNGO · National · Research
- Local permit search portalInformation source · Local
- FEMA Flood Map Service CenterInformation source · National
- If needed
- Civil engineer (P.E.)Professional discipline
- Environmental consultantProfessional discipline
- Not usually responsible
None for this topic.
Where to start. The office or organization with primary jurisdiction.
Parallel jurisdiction or oversight role.
Non-government responders who often assist residents.
Paid professionals — only if your situation requires expert review.
Common wrong calls. These offices cannot help with this topic.
Last reviewed June 2026. Information only — listings do not imply endorsement.