Bureau of Stormwater

Location & Hours: 

Public Works (641 S 10th St)

Monday - Friday

7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

About

The Bureau of Stormwater works to manage, maintain, and modernize an efficient municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4). Our goal is to improve the water quality of stormwater runoff and streams through implementation of Best Management Practices as required by state and federal regulatory requirements.  We strive to protect our neighborhoods from flooding, and partner with the community to build the foundation for a safe and sustainable City. 

If you have questions or comments, please call or email at the number or address below.

 

Local Allentown storm garden.

 

A group of people collecting samples from a stream.

 

A worker repairing a storm sewer inlet.

Contact

Contact Information
Bureau of Stormwater

Services

Laws

Article III - Storm Sewer
Article XI § 270-71 - Stormwater Utility Fee
Chapter 538 - Stormwater Management
Chapter 350 - Land Development and Subdivision
Chapter 355 - Land Development Controls
Chapter 490 - Sewers and Sewage Disposal

Events

07 Nov 2026 Marching Band Championships Saturday 08:00 AM Cedar Creek Parkway Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
01 Nov 2026 Dia de los Muertos Festival Sunday 02:30 PM Arts Park Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
15 Nov 2026 D&L Race Fest Sunday 07:00 AM Hamilton & 8th St Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
25 Nov 2026 Lights in the Parkway 5k Wednesday 07:00 PM Lehigh Parkway Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
28 Nov 2026 West End Block Party Saturday 12:00 PM 19th & Liberty st Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
30 Nov 2026 Lights in the Parkway’s - 30th Year Anniversary Celebration Monday 05:30 PM Lehigh Parkway Allentown Pennsylvania This year, we’re celebrating our 30th Anniversary by bringing back one of the most nostalgic experiences of all—the beloved Horse & Carriage rides (more details to follow) and live enterta... Read More
02 Nov 2026 Street Sweeping/Leaf Pick-Up Monday 12:00 AM Allentown Pennsylvania

Street Sweeping - Districts 1, 2, and 9.

Leaf Pick-Up - Districts 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8.

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03 Nov 2026 Street Sweeping/Leaf Pick-Up Tuesday 12:00 AM Allentown Pennsylvania

Street Sweeping - Districts 1, 2, and 9.

Leaf Pick-Up - Districts 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8.

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04 Nov 2026 Street Sweeping/Leaf Pick-Up Wednesday 12:00 AM Allentown Pennsylvania

Street Sweeping - Districts 1, 2, 3, and 9.

Leaf Pick-Up - Districts 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8.

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05 Nov 2026 Street Sweeping/Leaf Pick-Up Thursday 12:00 AM Allentown Pennsylvania

Street Sweeping - Districts 1, 2, 3, and 9.

Leaf Pick-Up - Districts 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8.

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Resources

PA DEP Municipal Stormwater
Allentown MS4 Progress Report 2026
MS4 NPDES Permit #PA0063665
Pennsylvania Stormwater Best Management Practices Manual
Title 40 Code of Federal Regulations
Allentown Stormwater Management Program Plan