Department Description and Mission

A Department under Public Works and Utility Services, Stormwater is responsible for planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of Tampa's Stormwater system to prevent flooding and pollution.  Tampa's stormwater utility fee provides a dedicated funding source to offset the cost of addressing the system's maintenance, operational, planning and water quality needs.

We strive to provide the City of Tampa with outstanding stormwater services to protect against flooding and water pollution.

Responsibilities of The Department

• Maintain the drainage infrastructure which includes cleaning storm drain pipes and ditches, repairing curbs, gutters and catch basins and installing new drainage systems.
• Operate a fleet of street sweepers and vacuum trucks to keep drains clear of debris.
• Utilize various construction equipment for small drainage projects and repairs such as driveway pipe replacements, catch basin repairs and river bank stabilization.
• Construct and oversee capital improvement projects such as pond construction and large stormwater replacements/enhancements.

Goals and Objectives

The Stormwater department has established the following goals:

• Establish community standards for Stormwater management.
• Provide proactive maintenance to the stormwater system in conjunction with system planning.
• Identify and secure funding sources for capital improvement projects.
• Reduce water pollution by increasing Stormwater treatment using best available technologies.
• Promote and provide educational opportunities to citizens as a means to reduce pollution.