Storm Water Program

BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES (BMP) DATABASES

The contents of these web sites and documents do not necessarily reflect the view and policies of the State Water Resources Control Board, nor does the mention of trade names or commercial products constitute endorsement or recommendation for use.

• California Storm Water Best Management Practices (BMPs) Handbooks Order Form
  California Stormwater Quality Association
  These handbooks present guidance on selecting BMPs for reducing pollutants in storm water discharges.

• National Menu of Best Management Practices (BMPs) for Storm Water Phase II 
  Environmental Protection Agency
  Menu of BMPs, plus measurable goals guidance for communities developing storm water programs.

• National Stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs) Database 
  American Society of Civil Engineers and U.S. EPA
  Data on effectiveness of urban stormwater BMPs, from over 100 studies.

• Urban Small Sites Best Management Practices (BMPs) Manual 
  Metropolitan Council (MN)
  Information on source control and structural treatment BMPs

• Urban Stormwater Best Management Practices
  North Carolina State University
  List of Urban stormwater BMPs by numerous land use categories, including industrial.  

• Guidance Specifying Management Measures for Sources of Nonpoint Pollution in Coastal Areas
  U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
  Management measures for sources of coastal NPS pollution (agricultural, forestry, urban, marinas and boating, hydromodification, and wetlands.

  Please e-mail stormwater@waterboards.ca.gov or call (916) 341-5539 with questions or requests.

(updated 9/19/17)