How can we prevent pollution on the storm water?

You can do a lot to help minimize stormwater problems

1. Maintain your car or truck.
2. Wash your car at a commercial car wash rather than in the street or in your driveway.
3. Drive less.
4. Cut down on fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides.
5. Remove part or all of your lawn.
6. If you are on a septic system, maintain the system.

How do you control storm water?

The EPA mantra for stormwater runoff management is: slow it down, spread it out, soak it in. Consider these affordable, do-able solutions to do just that….

1. Add plants.
2. Protect trees.
3. Break up slabs.
4. Go permeable.
5. Catch runoff.
6. How to Divert Water Runoff from Driveway.
7. Plant a rain garden.
8. Cover soil.

What is storm water pollution?

Stormwater pollution results from materials and chemicals washed into the storm drains from streets, gutters, neighborhoods, industrial sites, parking lots and construction sites. Stormwater systems were originally intended to route rainwater quickly off the streets during a heavy storm.

How do storms cause water pollution?

This infrastructure channels rainfall and snowmelt into storm drains and pipes, and dumps it into receiving waters, often far from its place of origin. The consequences are the loss of groundwater recharge, reduced base flows in streams, increased flooding, and lower water quality.

Does gravel slow down water?

Water drains more quickly through gravel than it does through most types of soil, so using rocks to divert water helps mitigate standing water in landscapes and on walkways. Puddles form less readily on gravel-covered pathways and borders than they do on soil surfaces.

What happens to storm water that infiltrates our soil?

Once stormwater infiltrates into the soil, it has the potential to enter the groundwater, become part of the subsurface flow, or be taken up by vegetation.

What can you do to reduce water pollution?

Conserve water by turning off the tap when running water is not necessary. This helps prevent water shortages and reduces the amount of contaminated water that needs treatment.

How is stormwater pollution bad for the environment?

Eventually, these empty the polluted stormwater directly into streams and rivers with no treatment. This is known as stormwater pollution. Polluted stormwater degrades our lakes, rivers, wetlands and other waterways.

What can be done to prevent stormwater runoff?

Pet waste can add harmful bacteria to our water than can make the water unsafe to swim or play in. Pet waste also has nutrients that cause algae to grow in waterways which can be harmful to the animals that live there. Always pick up after your pets and dispose of their waste in a trash can or flush it down the toilet! 3.

How to reduce storm water pollution in NSW?

use natural alternatives to pest control chemicals. stop leaves, litter and sediments from entering gutters and drains – sweep gutters and driveways regularly and put sweepings on the garden, in the compost or bin maintain your car – make sure fuel is burnt ‘cleanly’ and there are no fuel or oil leaks by keeping your car tuned