Stormwater
The City of Sandy manages stormwater in order to reduce runoff and thereby reduce capital and maintenance costs to the City and improve the water quality of streams in and around Sandy.
The City requires all new developments to treat and detain stormwater from the 2, 5, 10 and 25-year storm events to pre-development conditions, as defined in the City of Portland Stormwater Management Manual, and in the City Municipal Code.
| Storm Recurrence Interval | Rainfall (inches) |
|---|---|
| 2 year | 3.50 |
| 5 year | 4.50 |
| 10 year | 4.80 |
| 25 year | 5.50 |
| 100 year | 6.50 |
In 2001, the City developed a stormwater management plan to help staff review future and present developments to ensure that stormwater quality and quantity does not negatively impact our local streams. A map of infiltration opportunities and constraints in the Sandy area was produced as part of the study, and is available below.
The City administers an incentive plan to encourage property owners to reduce or mitigate for impervious pavement on commercial, industrial and multi-family residential properties. Learn more on the Incentive Program page.
