The Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) Subcommittee explores opportunities for the development of infrastructure that protects local water resources, while enhancing neighborhoods, parks, schools and other areas in the county.
Wake County Stormwater and GSI Best Practice Summary
In 2021, the GSI Subcommittee developed a document summarizing best practices for stormwater management and GSI based upon the expertise of stormwater practitioners represented on the Wake County Water Partnership. The document is intended to be used as a resource for jurisdictions seeking to advance stormwater management programs, with a particular focus on integrating GSI. Information covers a range of topics including policies, modeling, maintenance as well as GSI incentive programs and project examples. This document is not intended to be all inclusive, but is a living document that will continue to evolve as science and stormwater policies evolve.
Wake County Stormwater and GSI Best Practice Summary
Wake County Tree Canopy Assessment
In 2022, Wake County contracted Davey Resource Group (DRG) to complete a Land Cover Analysis with Supporting Tree Canopy Assessment. The analysis, completed in the summer of 2023, comprised the total 857 square miles of Wake County, including and segmenting our 12 core municipalities. To learn more and access the full report and story map, click on the link below.
Wake County Land Cover Analysis & Tree Canopy Assessment
Stormwater Video Series
Learn about rain gardens, rainwater harvesting, and native landscaping by watching the Town of Cary's Rain It In Video Series. This video series is a great resource for residents seeking strategies to address drainage and erosion issues while beautifying their landscape and improving water quality in watersheds.
GSI Story Map
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The GSI Subcommittee is tracking innovative GSI projects implemented throughout Wake County. Click on the image to visit the GSI story map and learn more.