Did You Know?
Important Facts
- Did you know that less than 1% of the water on the earth can actually be used by human beings?
- Did you know that storm drains do not remove pollutants and were designed for the specific purpose of draining water from sidewalks and streets?
- Did you know that anything you place in storm drains goes directly into a lake or stream?
- Did you know it is illegal to dump wastewater or water containing soaps, cleaning products, or grease and oil into streets or storm drains?
- Did you know that washing your car at home uses more water than a commercial car wash?
- Did you know that washing your car at home may allow soaps, detergents, oil and other toxic substances to flow into storm drains?
- Did you know one of the most common pollutants found in storm drains and creeks is detergent from the washing of cars?
- Did you know that the improper use of lawn fertilizers can be a main source of water pollution?
- Did you know that some landscaping practices can help reduce stormwater runoff from your yard?
- Did you know that trees and shrubs require less fertilizer than other plants, helping to further reduce the chance of pollution?
- Did you know that most water pollution is preventable?
