Normandie Avenue Elementary

After the construction of the BMPs on campus, pollutant loads for total suspended solids, total nitrogen, cadmium, copper, lead, and zinc were all reduced by at least 40%. Selenium was not detectable pre- or post-construction.

The newly constructed BMPs were able to capture 200,000 cubic feet of runoff.

Note: These data is taken from one post-construction storm event. More events are needed to better understand the water quality and capture capabilities of these systems.

The Council for Watershed Health partnered with TreePeople and the Los Angeles Audubon Society to conduct education and outreach efforts at the DROPS schools. Student engagement efforts included Eco-Clubs, student presentations, and engaging students in LID designs and plant recommendations. Additionally, TreePeople held community sustainability workshops to educate the community about LID BMPs and L.A. Audubon developed curricula, conducted teacher trainings, and created educational signage for the infrastructure.

The Council led maintenance training for facilities staff to ensure the proper upkeep and effectiveness of the constructed LID BMPs.

•  Community Workshops 
•  Educational Signage 
•  Maintenance Checklist 

The DROPS project was made possible by the funding, management, collaboration, and technical support from the State Water Resources Control Board, LA Unified School District, Tree People, and LA Audubon.