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Current Storm Drain Rates (PDF)
Water from your neighborhood enters the storm drain system and flows directly to local creeks and the Bay without any treatment. Pollutants make their way into the storm drains when carried by rain or another runoff. Most storm water pollutants often come from sources such as:
- Motor oil and leaks and other automotive fluids
- Antifreeze, oil, paint or household cleaners dumped or rinsed into the gutter
- Soap and dirt from washing cars in the driveway or street
- Litter and trash debris from overfilled solid waste containers
- Weed killers, fertilizers and pesticides that are washed off lawns
- Soil from construction or landscaping that erodes or blows into the street
Last Updated:
07-07-2025