About Structural BMPs
Stormwater Structural Best Management Practices (SBMPs) are facilities designed to prevent pollutants in stormwater runoff from leaving developed properties, entering storm drains, and impacting local waterways.
All types of structural BMPs require regular inspection and
maintenance to ensure that they are operating
effectively.
Benefits
The overall benefits of a structural BMP may apply to one or more of
the following areas:
- Reduces runoff volume and peak flows when infiltration is possible
- Decreases downstream erosion
- Filters pollutants from stormwater, improving water quality
- Contributes to local habitat creation and boosts biodiversity
- Can offer aesthetic value
All the BMP Fact Sheets in PDF format can be found on our Educational
Resources page.
Property Owner’s Responsibility
Property owners must regularly inspect and maintain
their structural BMPs to ensure proper functionality unless
this responsibility has been formally transferred to an agency,
community facilities district, homeowners association, property owners
association, or another special district.
What kind of vegetation should I use?
Visit our California-Friendly
Vegetation page to explore different vegetation options that may
be suitable for your structural BMP.
Structural BMPs in an HOA Community
Visit our Homeowner’s
Association (HOA) Guide page to learn more about who is
generally responsible for maintaining structural BMPs in HOA
communities.
Routine Maintenance
Different structural BMP types require different maintenance
procedures, conducted at different frequencies. To learn more about
routine maintenance for your structural BMP, refer to the 'Most Common Types of SBMPs' section above.
Vendor’s List
Visit our Vendor's
List page to learn more about contractors serving San Diego
County.
*The County does not endorse or recommend any particular
vendor. Inclusion or non-inclusion on this list does not constitute
representation or warranty regarding the qualifications of any
vendor or resource.
Contact
(858) 495-5323