Know the Law: Only Rain Down the Storm Drain in Durham!
When stormwater flows over parking lots, roofs and lawns, it collects soil, pesticides, oils, and other pollutants. This water runs down into storm drains which are connected to the city's stormwater pipes. The water then flows directly into the closest water body. It does NOT get cleaned up. The creeks and streams in Durham carry this polluted water out to our lakes, which are used for drinking water, recreation, and wildlife habitat.
The City of Durham's stormwater ordinance says that nothing but pure stormwater is allowed down the storm drain. Anything else is considered an illicit discharge. Read more about illicit discharges HERE.
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