Calculating the Stormwater Utility Fee
The Stormwater Utility fee is based upon the area on each property that does not allow water to absorb into the ground....
Stormwater is water that flows across the land and into Arvada's streams, lakes, ditches and canals. When it rains or snows, debris, sediment, bacteria and nutrients on sidewalks, streets and parking lots wash into gutters, through storm drains, and eventually flow, untreated, into the creeks.
Other sources of water include over-irrigation, automobile wash water, or any other activity that results in water flowing into the gutters. Fertilizers, paint, oil, and other materials that can be harmful to the environment may end up in Arvada's lakes and streams after a storm event.
Ralston Creek, Van Bibber Creek, Leyden Creek, Little Dry Creek and the many small ponds and lakes within the City's boundaries may be potentially affected. There are also three major canals that flow through Arvada, specifically Church Ditch, Farmers Highline, and Croke Canal.
For more information on Utilities Department services, please visit: http://arvada.org/departments-divisions/utilities-department/
Environmental
The City of Arvada is fortunate to have a clean environment for our children. For more information about water quality,...
Environmental Contact Numbers
This page proives a list of phone numbers, links and email address for common envirnmental concerns...
Get Involved
Learn more about Arvada\\\'s environment and what we can all do to keep Arvada beautiful. Tell your parents and teachers about...
Maintaining Private Stormwater Facilities
After development has occurred, conveyance structures need to be maintained so they allow stormwater to flow offsite....
Our Environment: How Can You Help?
Residents, civic groups, and businesses can help improve our waterways and environment through volunteering....
Report a Spill
Spills of materials onto streets and drives pollute our waterways if they\\\'re not cleaned up. Washouts in gutters are illegal....
Site Development Permit
All sites grading 10,000 SF or more of dirt must obtain a Site Development Permit from the City of Arvada. Read more......
Stormwater Permit
Our Stormwater Permit is issued by the State of CO and requires programs to be implemented to improve stream quality....
Stormwater Utility
Since January 2002, residents and businesses in the City limits of Arvada have been required to pay a Stormwater Utility fee....
Water and Sewer Tap Fees
All properties located within the City limits are generally eligible for water and sewer services....
Water Consumption in Routine Activities
Water Consumption in Routine in Routing Activites Statistics provided by Denver Water Toilet: (4 flushes) ULV Toi...