Stormwater Runoff
Rain or snow melt and water from things people do, like over-watering
the lawn or letting fertilizer fall into the storm drain.
It’s the biggest threat to our nation’s water quality, according to
the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
As water makes its way to the storm drain it picks up pollutants like
oil from car leaks and bacteria from pet waste.
We can choose products carefully and shape our lawns and pavement so
water sinks in as water makes its way to the storm drain it picks up pollutants
like oil from car leaks and bacteria from pet waste.
When we do, runoff is reduced, pollutants filter out and streams
and groundwater are protected.
Let’s make the small, important changes that will reduce that threat
and improve water quality and our lives!
