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While they are not generally required by law, implementing best management practices (BMPs) can have positive and significant impacts on stream health. Depending on the land use and characteristics of the property, many cost-share opportunities exist to help support landowners with BMP cost and installation.
Additional BMPs
There are many other BMPs for different land uses that can positively impact stream health. Visit these resources to learn more:
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The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality’s (DEQ) Stormwater BMPs
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The Virginia Department of Forestry’s (VDOF) “Virginia’s Forestry Best Management Practices for Water Quality”
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The Thomas Jefferson Soil and Water Conservation District (TJSWCD)’s information about agricultural conservation and BMPs