Coastal Nonpoint

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• Coastal NPS Program - Marinas Links

  Additional resources and links about reducing NPS pollution from marinas and boating

• Coastal NPS Program -General Links

  additional resources and links for coastal nonpoint source pollution control

• Coastal NPS Program - Controlling Urban NPS Pollution Links

  Additional resources and links about reducing urban NPS pollution

• Coastal NPS Program - Wetland Links

  Additional resources and links about reducing NPS in wetlands and riparian areas

• Coastal NPS Program - Agriculture Links

  Additional resources and links about reducing NPS from agriculture

• Overview of the Connecticut Coastal Nonpoint Source Pollution Control Program

  This page gives an overview of Connecticut's Coastal Nonpoint Source Pollution Program.

• Coastal NPS Program - Hydromodifications Links

  Additional resources and links about reducing NPS pollution from hydromodifications

• Hydromodification Management Measures

  Hydromodification refers to channelization can adversely impact in-stream and stream-side fish and wildlife habitat, and alter water temperature and sediment transport

• Coastal NPS Program Management Area Map

  A map shows the location of towns in Connecticut's Nonpoint Source Pollution Control Program Management Area

• Agriculture Management Measures

  Connecticut’s coastal nonpoint source pollution control program includes agriculture management, which pertains to nutrient management at confined animal facilities.

• Urban Sources Management Measures

  Urban areas in Connecticut present the greatest nonpoint source-related threat to Long Island Sound.

• Coastal NPS Program Management Area - Analysis

  Connecticut includes additional land areas beyond the coastal boundary in its Section 6217 management area that have a significant, measurable impact on coastal waters ensuring more effective management of relevant land and water uses.

• Marinas and Recreational Boating Management Measures

  Connecticut DEEP has developed programs to comprehensively address the protection of habitat and water quality relative to marina and recreational boating activities.

• Model Municipal PCD Revisions

  A summary of the recommendations for municipal Plans of Conservation and Development to better protect sensitive natural resources and local water quality from nonpoint source pollution.

• Wetlands and Riparian Areas Management Measures

  Changes in the physical, chemical, or biological characteristics of a wetland or riparian area may impair their ability to filter excess sediments and nutrients, deteriorating surface water quality.