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1. What is storm water?

Please see the Stormwater page.

2. How does storm water get polluted?

As storm water flows over our lawns and driveways, it picks up fertilizers, oil, chemicals, sediments, grass clippings, litter, pet waste, and anything else in its path. The storm drain system then transports these pollutants, now in the water, to local lakes and streams. Anything that goes into a storm drain eventually ends up in a lake or stream.

3. What is polluting our storm water?

Pollutants from the roadways, lawns, construction sites, and carelessly discarded trash (cigarette butts, paper wrappers, and plastic bottles, etc.), when deposited into nearby storm water sewers, can impair the waterways, thereby discouraging recreational use, contaminating drinking water supplies, and interfering with habitat for fish and wildlife.

4. What can I do about storm water pollution?

Storm water pollution is caused by the daily activities of people everywhere. Practice healthy habits will help to keep common pollutants off the ground and out of storm water. Access valuable information and programs activities for water quality by visiting these websites.

5. How can I help improve the water quality in my area?

Increase your awareness, increase your activity, and change your habits.