Description: Constructed systems that mimic the functions of natural wetlands and are designed to mitigate the impacts of urbanization on stormwater quality and quantity. Stormwater wetlands provide an efficient method for removing a wide variety of pollutants such as suspended solids, nutrients (nitrogen and phosphorus), heavy metals, toxic organic pollutants, and petroleum compounds.

CCAP Stormwater Wetland Policy
Requirements for all CCAP Practices

Maintenance Period: 5 years single-family home, 10 years all other properties.

Additional Spot Check Requirements: None

BMP Units: Square Feet
Cost Information: Actual cost - paid based on receipts. See CCAP Average Cost List for details. 

CS2 Project Description examples

Expected Results: 

• Total Nitrogen Removed
• Total Phosphorus Removed
• Total Suspended Solids Removed
  • Use DEQ's Stormwater Nutrient Accounting Tool - SNAP

Reference Materials: 
NC-CCAP 11 Signature Page
Map with BMP location, fields, and roads

For RFP:
Receipts for actual cost items

JAA:
Design must be signed and sealed by a Professional Engineer.

NRCS: None

• NC DEQ Stormwater Design Manual, Part C, Stormwater Wetland
• CCAP Vegetative Guidelines