Stormwater capture is becoming a big deal in California. Once viewed merely as a nuisance – or worse, a flooding threat – runoff from storms is now embraced as a water supply that can be captured.The State Water Resources Control Board recently announced $9.5million in grants for stormwater capture projects. Water board chairwoman Felicia Marcus said utilizing this water supply is “a smart investment in the future.”It may be a new idea to some, but making use of storm flows is a longstanding practice in Los Angeles.