What You Can Do To Protect River and Aquifer Water Quality
Storm Drains
Never dump anything into storm drains, dry wells or drainage swales.
Report materials being dumped into storm drains.
Keep trash out of storm drains.
Never allow roof gutters to drain directly into the street or storm drains.
Avoid spilling fertilizers and pesticides in areas that can wash into storm drains.
Household Waste
For free, dispose household hazardous waste (paints, solvents, used oil, antifreeze, batteries, pesticides and fluorescent bulbs) at a regional solid waste disposal site.
Never flush prescription or over the counter medications down toilets or drains.
Use water-based rather than oil-based paints.
Recycle used oil and antifreeze at a regional solid waste disposal site. Oil can also be recycled at approved drop sites, such as automotive shops.
Lawn and Garden
Follow product directions, do not over apply.
Don’t over water, it can allow fertilizers to reach ground water or storm drains.
Use slow-release, environmentally friendly fertilizers.
Consider using natural pest control, such as lady bugs.
