What is the Purpose of Rule 13?

This rule is an effort by IDEM, as the state's permitting authority, to manage the storm water discharged from urbanized areas. Consistent with other state water programs, this rule's goal is to protect human health, aquatic life, and existing water resources.

View the City of South Bend Storm Water Quality Management Plan* 

For additional information visit:

• Indiana Department of Environmental Management
• Michiana Stormwater Partnership

City of South Bend MS4 contact:

John Engstrom 
Division of Engineering & Public Construction
227 W. Jefferson Blvd. • Suite 1300 N
South Bend, Indiana 46601
574.235.5933

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Waste Water Treatment Plant
3113 Riverside Dr.
South Bend, Indiana 46628
574.277.8515