Managing Rain Where It Falls
Ivins City’s Stormwater Division is responsible for protecting people, property, and the environment by managing stormwater runoff from rainfall. Our team oversees the design, maintenance, and regulation of the city’s storm drain infrastructure and ensures compliance with the State of Utah’s Small MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System) Permit.
We work to reduce flooding, improve water quality, and educate the public on how everyday actions affect the health of our waterways and desert environment.
What Is Stormwater?
Stormwater is water from rain that flows across roofs, streets, parking lots, and yards. Unlike wastewater, stormwater does not go to a treatment plant—it enters the city’s system of gutters, inlets, pipes, and channels and flows directly into natural washes and desert landscapes eventually making it to the Santa Clara River.
As it travels, stormwater can pick up pollutants like oil, pesticides, trash, sediment, and pet waste—making storm drains a direct pipeline to potentially pollute our environment.
System Overview
Ivins City maintains an extensive system of:
Our team regularly inspects and maintains these facilities to ensure proper function, prevent blockages, and reduce flood risks during major storm events.
Our Responsibilities Under the MS4 Permit
As a regulated Small MS4, Ivins City is required by the Utah Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to operate a comprehensive stormwater management program (SWMP). Key program elements include:
View the latest Stormwater Management Program (SWMP) – Click Here
Report Stormwater Pollution
You can help keep Ivins clean and safe by reporting:
If you suspect anything that is other than clean storm water being placed into or found within the Ivins City storm drainage system, this is a serious violation that requires emergency level response, please call 911.
Stormwater Best Practices for Residents
Simple actions at home can have a big impact:
These small steps help prevent pollution, protect our desert washes, and reduce city maintenance costs.
Construction & Development Requirements
Contractors and developers must meet local and state stormwater requirements during construction and post-construction.
For additional guidance on construction and development requirements, please call the office at 435-634-0689 or email at [email protected],
Also the Southern Utah Stormwater Coalition has additional important information at stormwater.sgcity.org
Flood Safety and Preparedness
Ivins City experiences periodic intense rainstorms, especially during monsoon season. Be aware of the following:
Contact US
Ivins City Public Works
Phone: (435) 634-0689
Email: [email protected]
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Together, we can protect our community and the natural beauty of the red rock desert.
Public Input on the Stormwater Program
To provide public input on the Ivins City Stormwater Program, please contact us at 435-634-0689
Illicit Discharges or Spills:
If you witness or encounter any illicit discharge or spill on the roadway, near any storm drain inlet, channel, or basin, please report it immediately by calling 435-634-0689 (Monday – Friday 8am to 5pm) or after hours by calling Washington County Dispatch at (435) 634-5730
Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- +1-(435) 628-0606
- [email protected]
- Ivins, UT 84738
