Water is essential for life and plays a vital role in the proper functioning of the Earth's ecosystems. The pollution of water has a serious impact on all living creatures, and can negatively affect the use of water for drinking, household needs, recreation, fishing, transportation and commerce. 

As part of the Commonwealth of PA Municipal Storm Water System permitting program, the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enforces federal clean water and safe drinking water laws, provides support for municipal wastewater treatment plants, and takes part in pollution prevention efforts aimed at protecting watersheds and sources of drinking water.  West Hanover Township and its citizens has a role too in developing programs and helping Township residents become better stewards of the Township waters, which flow downstream.

Please use and enjoy this site often and pass along the information and techniques to your friends and neighbors in order to improve the quality of storm water on your property, in the stream next to your property and in the community in general.