Polluted Runoff: Nonpoint Source (NPS) Pollution

Equity and the Nonpoint Source Program

The national nonpoint source (NPS) program recognizes the importance of environmental justice (EJ) and is exploring how the program may expand investments for pollution reduction projects that ensure fair and equitable access to improved water quality.

The NPS Equity landing page includes more information on this effort, including program directives and resources from engaging with stakeholders.

New NPS Resources

Bioretention Design Handbook (pdf):  This handbook was released to share successful bioretention design strategies of cities and municipalities across the United States. More information on urban NPS prevention strategies can be found here.

Advancing Watershed Protection Through Land Conservation: A Guide for Land Trusts (pdf): This guide was released by the Healthy Watersheds Team to support watershed conservation. More information on the Healthy Watersheds Team and watershed protection can be found here.

Explore NPS Projects in a Watershed Near You!

The Data Explorer is a useful tool for interested community members, local watershed partners, and other non-governmental stakeholders to understand the work being done in their watersheds to restore and protect water quality. The Data Explorer website can be found here  or navigate to your watershed using the widget below!