Never put anything into storm sewers, including oil, paint, soap, debris, leaves, etc. Storm sewers do not go to the sewer plant, but discharge directly into our streams. You might be pouring oil into your own drinking water! Additional stormwater runoff and pollution prevention tips are available at www.delcocd.org, www.dep.state.pa.us andwww.epagov./nps/toolbox/beta. Do your part for your neighborhood. Help prevent stormwater pollution and Keep Our Streams and Lake Clean!
Stormwater polluntants find their way into where we fish, where we swim, and the water we drink. Everything that goes into our storm drains, including pet waste, grass clippings, fertilizers, car wash soap, and sediment, makes its way UNTREATED straight into our streams. Stormwater is the leading cause of water pollution in Pennsylvania.
DO YOUR PART TO PROMOTE CLEAN STREAMS AND SAFE DRINKING WATER
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Pick up and properly dispose of pet waste
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Use a commercial car wash
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Pick up litter
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Compost yard waste
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Fix any vehicle leaks
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Direct downspouts away from paved areas or use a rain barrel
For additional information, please visit:
DEP Stormwater Management Program
Water Dept. Stormwater Management Manual
Stormwater Discharges from MS4s
Chester Ridley Crum Watershed Association
Darby Creek Valley Association
Pollution Prevention for Businesses
Environmental Management Assistance Program
EPAs NPDES Permit Program Basics