Storm Water
The City Engineer’s Office is responsible for the design or design approval of storm sewer systems in the City of Pierre. For questions related to the design or construction of storm sewers, please contact City Engineer John Childs at 605-773-3256.
If you are experiencing a maintenance problem, please contact Construction and Operations Manager Jeff Runyan at 605-773-2298.
Report a Storm Water Issue or Concern
Storm Water Resources
The United State Environmental Protection Agency is the Federal governing body for storm water in the United States.
- General Overview of Phase II
- Requirement for Small MS4 Programs
- Minimum Control Measures
- Permitting Requirements
US EPA – National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
NOAA – National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
The South Dakota Department of Natural Resources is the governing body for storm water in the State of South Dakota. If you have questions for the South Dakota Department of Natural Resources, they can be reached at 1-800-737-8676.
- General Permit Information
- SWPPP Requirements
- Storm Water Permit Database
- Application, Termination & Transfer Forms
South Dakota Department of Natural Resources
SD DENR Storm Water Permitting
The City of Pierre in order to protect and preserve our local waterways, is asking for your help. It’s our belief that together we can keep the Missouri River pristine for generations to come. How can you help?
- Report Illicit Discharges
- Don’t know what an illicit discharge is - click on the link below to find out.
- What is an Illicit Storm Water Discharge?
- Report a Storm Water Issue or Concern
- Drainage Inlet Marking Program
- Don’t know what drainage inlet marking is - click on the link below to find out.
- If you, or your group is interested in helping, fill out the form and we will contact you.
- Drainage Inlet Marking Program
- If you have questions about the City’s Drainage Inlet Marking Program, call 605.773.3066.
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