Tag Archives: stormwater

Water Pollution Prevention Field Guide

Posted on December 18, 2025 by Katherine Iwanski

Spotting the signs of water pollution can make a big difference, and it starts with knowing what to look for. As 2026 approaches, it’s a great time to refresh our awareness around water pollution. One key area to focus on … Continue reading →

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Reducing Urban Wildlife Pollutants: Back River TMDL

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Katherine Iwanski

NASA Langley’s untreated stormwater flows directly into the Back River, then into the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean, making LaRC a crucial partner in preserving water quality. The Back River is classified as “impaired” due to high levels of fecal … Continue reading →

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Chesapeake Bay Action Plan – Phase III

Posted on October 9, 2024 by Tonya Kiefer

The Chesapeake Bay Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) requires NASA LaRC to develop a Chesapeake Bay TMDL Action Plan that is submitted to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). What is the Action Plan? The Chesapeake Bay is listed … Continue reading →

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Preventing Stormwater Contamination

Posted on December 15, 2023 by Katherine Iwanski

NASA Langley’s Environmental Management Office (EMO) works hard to prevent illicit discharge from entering the local waterways.   This quarter’s stormwater article provides steps to prevent stormwater contamination through avoiding equipment spills and leaks.   This is important because untreated stormwater is … Continue reading →

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