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stormwater

American  
[stawrm-waw-ter] / ˈstɔrmˌwɔ tər /

noun

stormwaters plural
  1. excess surface water produced by heavy rain.


adjective

  1. relating to the excess surface water produced by heavy rain.

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Researchers estimate California cities and counties spend more than $700 million each year on capturing and cleaning up stormwater.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

He noted that the MWD invests in water efficiency and capturing stormwater, and has helped reduce per-person water use by more than 40% since 1990.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

She said that means a wide range of efforts, such as changing how dams are operated and directing stormwater to replenish depleted groundwater.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026

Far more is released by systems that combine stormwater after significant rain.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

The uncertainty matters if you are planning, for example, stormwater infrastructure, and wondering what kind of storms to prepare for.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

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