The primary watershed manager in Wake County is Alex Geddie, PE, who serves as the Program Manager for Watershed Management.
Wake County's Water Quality Division is responsible for overseeing the health and management of the county's watersheds. This includes programs related to erosion and sedimentation control, floodplain management, and stormwater management. Alex Geddie leads these efforts as the Program Manager, ensuring the implementation of strategies that protect and preserve the region's water resources.
Watershed Management Leadership
The team dedicated to watershed management plays a crucial role in maintaining water quality and managing environmental impacts across Wake County's diverse river basins and subwatersheds. Their responsibilities often include:
- Developing and implementing watershed protection plans.
- Managing stormwater runoff to prevent pollution and flooding.
- Ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
- Educating the public on water quality issues and conservation practices.
For detailed information on the staff involved in Wake County's watershed management efforts, refer to the table below:
Name | Title/River Basin – Subwatershed | Phone |
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Alex Geddie, PE | Program Manager, Watershed Management | 919-856-5531 |
Theo Udeigwe, PhD, CPSS | Water Quality Director | 919-856-7431 |
For further inquiries or more comprehensive details regarding watershed management activities in Wake County, you can visit the official Wake County Water Quality Division staff contacts page.