Looking for a SWPPP consultant in West Des Moines, IA? Describe your project once and up to three stormwater consultants who work in West Des Moines and Polk County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
West Des Moines is home to about 73,664 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+7.2% since 2020). With 1,551 people per sq mi, it is a suburban area. Subdivisions and commercial sites here need stormwater permit coverage before grading.
West Des Moines at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 73,664 (+7.2% since 2020)
- Rank in Iowa
- 7th of 940 cities and towns
- Land area
- 47 sq mi
- Population density
- 1,551 people per sq mi (suburban)
- Type
- City (West Des Moines city)
- Main county
- Polk County
What to check before hiring in West Des Moines
- Permit: in Iowa, check the state construction general permit.
- Local rules: West Des Moines may add its own erosion control permit.
- Records: keep inspection reports on site.
- Price drivers: site size, phases, inspection frequency and duration.
Useful official resources
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EPA: construction stormwater
Official information and guidance.
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EnviroCert: CPESC
Official information and guidance.
Services available in West Des Moines
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SWPPP and permit coverage
Preparation of the SWPPP and notice of intent under the construction general permit.
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Stormwater inspections
Routine and post-storm inspections with reports for the permit.
Frequently asked questions in West Des Moines
How much does a SWPPP cost in West Des Moines, IA?
It depends on site size, phases and inspections. Describe your project: consultants who serve West Des Moines reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
Plans often take days to a couple of weeks, plus the permit review.
What happens at the end?
A notice of termination is filed once the site is stabilized.
Which stormwater consultants will contact me?
Up to three independent stormwater consultants who serve West Des Moines and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.