Protecting our Creeks, Rivers, and the Bay From Pollution

Residents

Who Pollutes Our Waters:

• It Isn't Just Industry

How Water Gets Polluted:

• Where Water Goes From Right Outside Your Home
• Where Water Goes Inside Your Home
• Our Garbage May End Up In Our Bay
• What Can You Do?

Specific Pollution Prevention Guidelines applicable to residents:

• Proper Disposal of Household Chemicals
  How Do I Dispose of My Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)?
• What is a Household Hazardous Waste?
• How Can I Minimize My Accumulation of Household Hazardous Wastes?
• What should I do with Unwanted Chemicals when I Move?
• What Not to Put Down Your Sinks and Drains
• Water Conservation - Drought or No
• Automotive Fluids
• Follow these tips when washing or servicing your car
• Pesticide Fact Sheet
• Keep Pool, Spa, and Fountain Water Out of Storm Drains, Creeks, and the Bay
• Plumbing: MS Word 6.0/95 file or PDF file
• Landscaping: MS Word 6.0/95 file or PDF file
• Storm Drain Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page

Waste water doesn't just go away, it drains to our creeks and bay!