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Stormwater Maintenance Pricing Guide
Stormwater Management Services in North Carolina
Applicable for NC Piedmont areas surrounding Charlotte, Huntersville, Cornelius, Lake Norman, Mooresville, Statesville, Concord, Kannapolis, Winston Salem, Greensboro, High Point, Hickory, Salisbury.
| ROUTINE MAINTENANCE | Wet Pond | Dry Pond | Sand Filter | Bioretention | Wetland |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Frequency | Monthly | Monthly | Monthly | Monthly | Monthly |
| Certified Inspections | Included | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Maintenance Cost (Without Mowing) | $200–$400 /mo |
$140–$200 /mo |
$140–$180 /mo |
$200–300 /mo |
$200–$350 /mo |
| Maintenance Cost (With Mowing) | $400–$550 /mo |
$350–450 /mo |
$300–450 /mo |
$350–450 /mo |
$400–$500 /mo |
Pricing shown reflects typical single-device ranges. Multi-device properties benefit from bundled pricing
What Drives Cost?
Number of SCMs on site
Device type and size
Access and terrain
Mowing inclusion
Regulatory reporting requirements
What Drives Cost?
Poorly maintained SCMs increase the risk of regulatory violations, costly repairs, and enforcement actions. Routine maintenance protects compliance, infrastructure lifespan, and downstream waterways. Routine maintenance is far less expensive than corrective repairs or enforcement-driven remediation.
Why Clearwater?
We remain locally owned, responsive, and focused on compliance, documentation, and long-term asset protection — not volume-driven service models. Our clients rely on us to maintain compliance, reduce risk, and avoid costly surprises.
What’s Included In SCM Management?
Stormwater control measures function like natural filters and require routine inspection, cleaning, and documentation to remain compliant and effective.
Municipal Compliance Monitoring & Inspections
Algae Control
Aquatic Weed Control
Invasive Weed Monitoring & Removal (Cattails, Black willows, etc.)
Mosquito Control
Trash & Debris Removal
Influent Structures (pipes, swales, culverts, drop inlets)
Outlet Control Structures
Mowing
Monthly Service Reports
Annual Compliance Inspections
Not sure where your property falls? We can review your site, devices, and compliance needs to confirm scope and pricing.

