Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District (MUD) No. 143 has initiated implementation of its Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)–approved Stormwater Management Program (SWMP) under the 2024 MS4 Phase II General Permit, reaffirming the District’s commitment to environmentally responsible stormwater management and water quality protection.
This important milestone ensures continued regulatory compliance while supporting the long-term enhancement of stormwater quality within Fort Bend County. The SWMP establishes a structured framework for managing stormwater runoff and reducing pollutants through best management practices (BMPs), public education, and pollution prevention efforts.
Stormwater runoff within the District ultimately discharges indirectly into an unnamed tributary which ultimately discharges into unclassified segment 1014b- Buffalo Bayou/Baker Reservoir. Through implementation of the SWMP, the District contributes to the protection of this receiving water body and supports broader watershed health, environmental stewardship, and public welfare throughout Fort Bend County.
The SWMP will guide stormwater compliance activities over the five-year permit term and includes a defined schedule for BMP implementation, emphasizing transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement in stormwater quality management.
Stormwater Management Program (SWMP) for Fort Bend County MUD No. 143 (PDF)