Why Vegetation Starts Growing Fast This Time of Year

This time of year, stormwater systems start to change quickly.

Vegetation begins growing around:

Outlets

Forebays

Pond edges

As spring progresses across Durham and Chapel Hill, vegetation begins to grow quickly across stormwater systems. Early-season maintenance helps ensure that structures remain accessible and systems continue to function properly as rainfall increases.

Managing vegetation early helps maintain system performance and prevents larger issues later in the season. Routine inspections and maintenance are key to keeping stormwater systems functioning as designed.