West Des Moines, IA
Home MenuWest Des Moines is working collaboratively with the cities of Clive, Urbandale, and Waukee to develop suitable guidelines and ordinances which will address Stormwater Management while meeting the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements within these communities. Each city will be implementing Best Management Practices (BMPs) for six minimum control measures in an attempt to reduce pollutants discharged to the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4). The six minimum control measures listed in the City of West Des Moines' MS4 Permit are:
- Public Education and Outreach
- Public Involvement and Participation
- Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination
- Construction Site Stormwater Runoff Control
- Post-Construction Stormwater Management
- Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping
For further information on the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) NPDES General Permit No. 2 for Storm Water Discharge Associated with Construction Activities, please select this document:
DNR NPDES General Permit No. 2
Topsoil Preservation Requirements
Additional information:
Developing your Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)
Guidance for Small Residential Construction Site Stormwater Management
Detention Basins and Ponds:
Detention Basins/Ponds and Iowa Stormwater Management Manual
Fisheries management for pond owners
Residents can implement measures and help reduce pollutants in stormwater!
Public Events:
Walnut Creek Watershed Management Authority Meeting
Tuesday, January 21, 2025
2 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: Virtual
Please reach out to isaac.svoboda@wdm.iowa.gov for the meeting link.
North and Middle Rivers Watershed Management Authority Meeting
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
1 PM - 3 PM
Location: Madison Extension Office (119 N John Wayne Dr., Winterset, IA 50273) or virtual.
If you plan to attend virtually, please reach out to isaac.svoboda@wdm.iowa.gov for the meeting link.
North Raccoon Watershed Management Coalition Meeting
Friday, February 7, 2025
10 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Virtual
Please reach out to isaac.svoboda@wdm.iowa.gov for the meeting link.
Walnut Creek Watershed Management Authority Meeting
Tuesday, April 21, 2025
2 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: Clive Public Safety Center (8800 Hickman Rd, Clive, IA 50325)
Walnut Creek Watershed Festival
Saturday, April 26, 2025
12 PM - 3 PM
Location: Colby Park (6900 School Street, Windsor Heights, IA 50324)
North and Middle Rivers Watershed Management Authority Meeting
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
1 PM - 3 PM
Location: Madison Extension Office (119 N John Wayne Dr, Winterset, IA 50273) or virtual.
If you plan to attend virtually, please reach out to isaac.svoboda@wdm.iowa.gov for the meeting link.
North Raccoon Watershed Management Coalition Meeting
Friday, May 30, 2025
10 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Virtual
Please reach out to isaac.svoboda@wdm.iowa.gov for the meeting link.
Walnut Creek Watershed Management Authority Meeting
Tuesday, July 21, 2025
2 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: Clive Public Safety Building (8800 Hickman Rd, Clive, IA 50325)
North and Middle Rivers Watershed Management Authority Meeting
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
1 PM - 3 PM
Location: Madison Extension Office (119 N John Wayne Dr, Winterset, IA 50273) or virtual.
If you plan to attend virtually, please reach out to isaac.svoboda@wdm.iowa.gov for the meeting link.
Walnut Creek Watershed Management Authority Meeting
Tuesday, October 20, 2025
2 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: Clive City Hall (1900 NW 114th St, Clive, IA 50325)
Rain Barrel Workshop (Sign up required)
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
5 PM - 7 PM
Location: The Nature Lodge at Raccoon River Park (2500 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines, IA 50265)
North and Middle Rivers Watershed Management Authority Meeting
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
1 PM - 3 PM
Location: Madison Extension Office (119 N John Wayne Dr, Winterset, IA 50273) or virtual.
If you plan to attend virtually, please reach out to isaac.svoboda@wdm.iowa.gov for the meeting link.
North Raccoon Watershed Management Coalition Meeting
Friday, November 7, 2025
10 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Virtual
Please reach out to isaac.svoboda@wdm.iowa.gov for the meeting link.
Iowa Gathering of the Watershed Management Authority
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
10 AM - 2:30 PM
Location: Indian Creek Nature Center (5300 Otis Rd SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403)
Anyone seeking additional information should contact: Nick Rentel, Principal Engineer at (515) 222-3476 or email nick.rentel@wdm.iowa.gov.
To report a stormwater-related issue, call Public Services at 515-222-3480 or report it on SeeClickFix.
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