Mount Vernon's miles of open streams and wetlands hold and carry stormwater along with underground pipes, regional stormwater facilities, and over 40 neighborhood stormwater storage sites. This system holds and carries stormwater to prevent flooding and erosion.

Where do your fees go?

In most of Mount Vernon, the storm drains discharge directly to creeks or streams and then into the Skagit River. 

Keeping pollutants out of the water that flows to the storm drains is the best strategy for protecting our surface waters.

How can consumers help? Volunteer to stencil storm drains, clean up wetlands, or plant wetlands: Call Skagit Conservation District at (360) 424-2055 for more information.