80% of Ocean Debris Originates from Rivers and Streams.

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Storm Water Systems

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Your Partner in
Sustainable Water Management

At Storm Water Systems, we go beyond combating water pollution—we are committed to safeguarding the health of our planet's waterways. With engineered, patented, and field-proven solutions, we address the critical challenge of marine debris, 80% of which originates from rivers and streams. Our innovative products, including the StormX™ Netting Trash Trap, Bandalong Boom Systems™, and Bandalong™ Litter Traps, are designed to intercept this debris before it reaches our oceans. These sustainable solutions not only protect marine ecosystems but also preserve local environments, ensuring a positive impact without disrupting nature's delicate balance. Join us in our mission to create cleaner, healthier waterways for future generations.

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Our Solutions

Bandalong Litter Trap™

For the effective capture of floating debris, our range of models meets diverse needs:

Bandalong Boss Model #320: Perfect for smaller rivers and streams, managing water velocities up to 9 feet per second.

Bandalong Bulldog Model #920: Great for medium sized waterways, it provides robust performance and versatility.

Bandalong Beast Model #922: Specifically designed for larger rivers, it offers comprehensive coverage for high-volume water bodies.

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Bandalong™ Boss #320 - Gainesville Ga

Bandalong 320 Litter Trap in Flat Creek, Gainesville, Georgia: The Bandalong Litter Trap is a proven solution for river and stream trash collection, ideal for cities committed to maintaining clean and healthy waterways.

Bandalong™ Bulldog #920 - Dog River

Bandalong Litter Trap with dual lift-out baskets in Dog River, Mobile, Alabama, secured by 35-foot pilings: Reliable debris capture.

Bandalong™ Boss #320 - Arkansas River

Bandalong Litter Trap in William E "Bill" Clark Presidential Park Wetlands, Arkansas River: Utilizing walkways and pilings for effective litter management.

Bandalong™ Boss #320 - Nancy Creek

Bandalong Litter Trap in Nancy Creek, Brookhaven, Georgia: Features a lift-out basket and an environmental education sign.

Bandalong™ Boss #320 - Coulee Mine Branch

Large Bandalong Litter Trap in Coulee Mine Branch, Lafayette, Louisiana: Capturing substantial amounts of floating litter beyond the booms.

Bandalong™ Beast #922 - Being Built in Our Shop

Bandalong™ Beast #922 floating litter trap being fabricated at our manufacturing plant in Cleveland Georgia.

Bandalong™ Boss #320 - Reedy River

Bandalong Litter Trap at REWA, Reedy River, Greenville, South Carolina: Initially installed here before relocating to Brushy Creek.

Bandalong™ Boss #320 - Anne Arundel Canal

Bandalong Litter Trap in Anne Arundel Canal, Mount Rainier, Maryland: Effectively managing litter in a concrete-lined canal feeding the Anacostia River.

Bandalong™ Bulldog #920 - Neabsco Creek

Bandalong Litter Trap in Neabsco Creek, Prince William County, Virginia: Dual lift-out baskets capturing debris before it reaches the Potomac River.

Bandalong™ Bulldog #920 - Prince William VA

Volunteers cleaning a Bandalong Litter Trap: Preventing floating litter from reaching the Potomac River and the Atlantic Ocean.

Bandalong™ Boss #320 - Flat Creek

Bandalong Litter Trap in Flat Creek, Gainesville, Georgia: Ensuring cleanliness in waterways feeding into Lake Lanier, the largest man-made lake in the USA.

Bandalong™ Boss #320 - Washington DC

First Bandalong Litter Trap installed in Washington DC in 2009: Mark Kirves & Gary Hopkins, co-owners of Storm Water Systems, at the site.

Bandalong™ Boss #320 - Satilla River

Bandalong Litter Trap in Satilla River, Waycross, Georgia: Lift-out basket being emptied by a crane for efficient debris management.

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Bandalong Bandit™ - Clarke County

Bandalong Bandit installed in Athens, Georgia, purchased by UGA and Clarke County for environmental studies.

Bandalong Bandit installed in Athens, Georgia, purchased by UGA and Clarke County for environmental studies.

Bandalong Bandit™ - North Georgia

Bandalong Bandit being tested in a North Georgia river, made from HDPE, Marine Grade Aluminum, and stainless-steel hardware, completely corrosion-resistant.

Bandalong Bandit being tested in a North Georgia river, made from HDPE, Marine Grade Aluminum, and stainless-steel hardware, completely corrosion-resistant.

Bandalong Bandit™ - Dresden Park

Bandalong Bandit in Dresden Park, Chamblee, Georgia, donated by a corporate sponsor.

Bandalong Bandit in Dresden Park, Chamblee, Georgia, donated by a corporate sponsor.

Bandalong Bandit™ - Atlanta, Georgia

Bandalong Bandit in Ardmore Park, Atlanta, tested in partnership with Chattahoochee Riverkeepers.

Bandalong Bandit in Ardmore Park, Atlanta, tested in partnership with Chattahoochee Riverkeepers.

Bandalong Bandit™ - Athens, Georgia

UGA students cleaning a Bandalong Bandit in Athens, Georgia, where three Bandits are installed. Educational use underscores its role in sustainability education.

UGA students cleaning a Bandalong Bandit in Athens, Georgia, where three Bandits are installed. Educational use underscores its role in sustainability education.

Bandalong Bandit™ - Full of Trash

Full Bandalong Bandit with various debris, including balls. The Bandit effectively captures diverse types of litter, illustrating its broad functionality.

Full Bandalong Bandit with various debris, including balls. The Bandit effectively captures diverse types of litter, illustrating its broad functionality.

Bandalong Bandit™ - Easy to Transport

Lightweight and portable Bandalong Bandit fitting easily into a pickup truck. This image shows the ease of transport and setup for various locations.

Lightweight and portable Bandalong Bandit fitting easily into a pickup truck. This image shows the ease of transport and setup for various locations.

Bandalong Bandit™ - Ardmore Park

Chattahoochee Riverkeepers cleaning a Bandalong Bandit in Ardmore Park, Atlanta, Georgia. This collaboration highlights community involvement in environmental cleanup.

Chattahoochee Riverkeepers cleaning a Bandalong Bandit in Ardmore Park, Atlanta, Georgia. This collaboration highlights community involvement in environmental cleanup.

Bandalong Bandit™ - Ardmore Park

Bandalong Bandit in Ardmore Park, Atlanta, during rain. Rain increases debris collection, showcasing the Bandit's utility in various weather conditions.

Bandalong Bandit in Ardmore Park, Atlanta, during rain. Rain increases debris collection, showcasing the Bandit's utility in various weather conditions.

Bandalong Bandit™ - Grove Park

Bandalong Bandit being cleaned out in Grove Park, Atlanta. The Bandit is shown capturing a variety of debris, demonstrating its effectiveness.

Bandalong Bandit being cleaned out in Grove Park, Atlanta. The Bandit is shown capturing a variety of debris, demonstrating its effectiveness.

Bandalong Bandit™

Compact, versatile and easily transported, the Bandalong Bandit™ is specifically designed for smaller waterways, such as creeks, streams and tributaries 25’ wide or less. This innovative trash trap effectively captures floating debris before it can spread, providing a practical and eco-friendly solution for maintaining clean waterways. Easy to install and maintain, the Bandalong Bandit™ ensures long-term protection for aquatic environments.

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Bandalong Boom System™

Flexible, durable floating barriers designed to protect sensitive areas by directing debris to collection points. Bandalong Boom Systems enhance the efficiency of debris management and removal, safeguarding aquatic ecosystems from harmful materials. Engineered for diverse water bodies, they simplify cleanup, reducing time, labor, and costs associated with maintaining waterway health.

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Bandalong Boom™ - in Urban Drainage Canal

Our Bandalong Boom System collecting debris from an urban drainage canal, keeping waterways clear in Tallahassee.

Bandalong Boom™ - Gainesville Florida

Boom system being installed in Gainesville, Florida with booms mounted to a rider pole system.

Bandalong Boom™ - Managing Debris

Bandalong Boom system managing debris at a dam.

Bandalong Boom™ - Installed at a Dam

Bandalong Boom system in use at a dam.

Bandalong Boom™ - Showing Draft Skirt

HDPE Bandalong Boom system crossing land and water near a dam with draft skirt visible on the ground.

Bandalong Boom™ - Crossing a River

Bandalong Boom system crossing a river with draft skirts to prevent debris from entering the ocean.

Bandalong Boom™ - Using Rider Poles

Bandalong Boom system being installed in a channel using a rider pole system.

Bandalong Boom™ - Maintaining Water Quality

Bandalong Boom system maintaining water quality by preventing sediment and erosion.

Bandalong Boom™ - Preventing Erosion

Bandalong Boom system capturing sediment and preventing erosion.

Bandalong Boom™ - Across a Channel

Bandalong Boom system across a channel, used in areas without boating traffic.

Bandalong Boom™ - Containing Litter

Bandalong Boom system effectively containing litter.

Bandalong Boom™ - Keeping Water Pristine

Bandalong Boom system containing litter and vegetation, keeping water pristine.

Bandalong Boom™ - Capturing Sediment

Bandalong Boom system with ground anchors capturing sediment.

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StormX™ - with a Sediment Basin

StormX weir wall with a sediment basin, designed to capture and easily remove sand and mud.

StormX™ - Unrestricted Overflow

StormX half pipe model allowing for unrestricted overflow while capturing litter efficiently.

StormX™ - Lift-up Overflow Grate

Two StormX end-of-pipe units with a lift-up overflow grate, designed for effective water flow management and litter capture.

StormX™ - Installed in Creek Bed

StormX unit installed in a weir wall within a creek bed, capturing litter before it reaches the ocean.

StormX™ - First Line of Defense

Multiple StormX units mounted in a weir wall within a river channel, designed for efficient litter capture.

StormX™ - Half Pipe Model

StormX half pipe model featuring UV resistant HDPE nets for long-lasting litter capture.

StormX™ - Installed in an Enbankment

StormX end-of-pipe half pipe installed in an embankment, directing water flow into a creek and capturing litter with durable, replaceable nets.

StormX™ - Cleaning Multiple Units

Cleaning multiple StormX units installed in a weir wall, effectively capturing litter from parking lots and shopping centers.

StormX™ - in a Weir Wall in River Channel

Multiple StormX units securely mounted in a weir wall within a river channel for optimal litter and debris capture.

StormX™ - in a Weir Wall with Sediment Basin

Multiple StormX units installed in a weir wall with a sediment basin, effectively capturing litter and debris.

StormX™ - in a Weir Wall in Urban Area

StormX units mounted in a weir wall in a high traffic urban area, designed to capture and manage large amounts of litter.

StormX™ - in a Weir Wall on a Creek

Dual StormX units installed in a weir wall on a creek, featuring durable stainless steel hubs and UV resistant HDPE nets for effective litter capture.

StormX™
Netting Trash Traps

Acting as the first line of defense during the critical “first flush” of stormwater, the StormX™ Netting Trash Traps capture litter directly from storm drains. These advanced netting systems ensure pollutants are stopped at their source, preventing them from impacting rivers, streams, and ultimately the ocean.

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Bandalong
Litter Trap™

The original litter trap, the Bandalong guides waterborne litter into an easily accessible cage, where it can be removed before flowing further downstream.

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Bandalong Bandit™ Litter Trap

The Bandalong Bandit was designed to capture litter and debris in smaller waterways.

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Bandalong Boom System™

This system is made up of floating boom sections that are coupled together to block, corral, or redirect floating litter in a waterway.

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Dual  StormX™ Netting Trash Trap unit with high-density polyethylene (HDPE) nets designed to capture debris and pollutants as small as 5mm

StormX™

Equipped to handle “first flush” runoff, the StormX netting trash trap is the perfect tool for full capture at urban and industrial hot spots.

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Who We Are

With over 40 years of experience in the plastics industry and a profound understanding of runoff pollutants, we have engineered premier litter management systems that have been making a difference in waterways since 2006. Our commitment to intercepting litter before it reaches the oceans has made us a trusted partner in environmental sustainability projects. From municipalities to private corporations, we’ve collaborated with stakeholders nationwide to combat water pollution effectively through innovative solutions that protect local environments and preserve natural ecosystems.

Why Choose Us?

1

Established Expertise

Our extensive experience ensures reliable and effective solutions that are tailored to meet your needs with proven success in every project we undertake.

2

Innovative Technology

Every trap is meticulously crafted with the latest advancements, maximizing efficiency and ensuring superior performance even in the most challenging conditions.

3

Community Impact

Partnering with us brings lasting and positive change, reducing pollution and improving local waterways for the benefit of your entire community.

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Sustainable Practices

Sustainability is at the heart of our work, protecting marine life and vital ecosystems through responsible long-term solutions to promote environmental health.

Our Impact

The installation of our Bandalong™ Litter Traps at numerous locations has dramatically reduced the amount of floating litter in our waterways. Our clients, including municipalities, industries, and environmental organizations, have witnessed firsthand the effectiveness of our systems in making our waterways cleaner and safer for future generations.

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