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manicured lawn to the water's edge and wave action from recreational water uses. Wind <br />and water erosion have become a greater concern due to mass grading on construction <br />sites. <br />Ultimately, these all have the potential to degrade surface water quality. Sedimentation <br />is the largest contributor to water quality degradation. Storm sewers are conduits for <br />organic matter, fertilizers, pesticides, chemicals, solvents, road salt, and other <br />ccrlLafllinants to open water resources. Any structural, grading or vegetative practice <br />that has the potential to improve and protect water quality, recharge groundwater, or <br />reduce flooding in high priority areas is a potential candidate for cost share. <br />Urban Conservation Needed <br />The following ,UI ioth vation practices may be necessary to address high priority erosion, <br />sedimentation, and water quality problems in Anoka County. Innovative methods are <br />encouraged. <br />1. Temporary construction site erosion and sediment control practices (mulching, silt <br />fences, etc) <br />2. Grade stabilization structures (check dams, diversion) <br />3. Streambank and Lakeshore protection (rock rip rap, bioengineering) <br />4. Critical area/slope stabilization (fiber blanket, revegetation) <br />5. Stormwater conveyance system management (ditch maintenance, pond outlet <br />modifications, and pond maintenance) <br />6. Model ordinances addressing erosion control, stormwater management, wetland <br />management, groundwater protection, soil health, and protecting our ecological <br />heritage. <br />7. Reduction of sediment/chemical application to lawns and streets <br />8. Water conservation measures and stormwater infiltration to recharge groundwater <br />9. Curb cut rain gardens and other stormwater treatment retrofit practices <br />10. Inspection and enforcement of existing requirements <br />Anoka Conservation District Comprehensive Plan October 2014 page 49 <br />