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Surface waters across the US are plagued with water quality problems stemming from excess nutrients, primarily phosphorus and nitrogen. The Cherry Creek Basin and other neighboring watersheds experience high concentrations of both. Due to elevated concentrations of phosphorus in the Cherry Creek Reservoir a control regulation was created by the Colorado Water Quality Control Commission that established limits of phosphorus discharge from water treatment plants, as well as stormwater from new development and redevelopment. 

What can you do to control nutrients?





Test your soil- One primary source of excess phosphorus and nitrogen is misuse and improper applications of fertilizers. The first step, prior to applying any fertilizer, is to take a soil test.  Soil tests will help determine the type and amount of  fertilizer your lawn actually needs. Click on the image of the Soil Test kit to learn more about soil and the right fertilizer for your lawn and garden.

Scoop the Poop! Animal waste contains two main types of pollutants that harm local waters: nutrients and pathogens. When this waste ends up in water bodies, it decomposes, releasing nutrients that cause excessive growth of algae and weeds. This makes the water murky, green, smelly, and even unusable for swimming, boating, or fishing. As you can see, animal waste doesn't simply decompose. So, the easiest way to avoid these problems is to clean up after your pet each and every time, and dispose of the waste properly! Picking up after your pet is easy, if you're prepared. Simply carry a plastic bag with you on every walk with your dog, and you'll have the equipment to remove your dog's waste. Then throw it in the nearest trash can, and you're done! There are even compact, refillable bag dispensers that you can attach right to your dog's leash.

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Surface waters across the US are plagued with water quality problems stemming from excess nutrients, primarily phosphorus and nitrogen. The Cherry Creek Basin and other neighboring watersheds experience high concentrations of both. Due to elevated concentrations of phosphorus in the Cherry Creek Reservoir a control regulation was created by the Colorado Water Quality Control Commission that established limits of phosphorus discharge from water treatment plants, as well as stormwater from new development and redevelopment.

Permittees: Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority (SEMSWA) including Centennial, Inverness WSD, and East Cherry Creek Valley WSD, Arapahoe County Water and Wastewater Authority (ACWWA); Arapahoe County; Englewood; Littleton; Glendale; Greenwood Village; Cherry Hills Village; Columbine Valley;  E-470 Authority; Goldsmith Metro District; Cherry Creek State Park and Colorado Department of Transportation.

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