Category: TMDL

Save our Water by Preventing Stormwater Pollution

Where does the Stormwater Go? When it rains and water hits hard surfaces, like pavement, it creates a stormwater runoff. This runoff picks up lots of nasty pollution as it is carried directly through the gutters and drains. The stormwater leads out to rivers, streams, and lakes that hold our drinking water. These nasty pollutions … Continued

Stormwater Runoff Pollutes Waterways

How can we reduce stormwater runoff ? Residential practices for managing stormwater runoff include: 1) Disconnecting and redirecting downspouts 2) Maintaining healthy lawns 3) Increasing the number of urban trees and shrubs in your yard 4) Constructing rain gardens https://www.epa.gov/soakuptherain/soak-rain-rain-gardens Impervious surfaces include your roof, driveway, patios, and lawn. Reduce rooftop runoff by directing your … Continued

Only Rain Down the Drain

With your help we can prevent pollutants from running into the storm drains and your waterways. As Summer ends the chance for rain increases. With the rain comes the increased potential for pollutants to be swept into City storm drains, making their way to our local waterways. The US Environmental Protection Agency estimates that contaminants … Continued

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