Good housekeeping solutions that include the proper handling, storage, and disposal of toxic materials to prevent stormwater pollution.

Curbside opening that collects rainwater from streets and serves as an entry point to the storm drain system.

The first big rain after an extended dry period (usually summer) which flushes out the accumulated pollutants in the storm drain system and carries them straight to the creeks and rivers.

The open portion (often concrete-lined) of the storm drain system.

The edge of a street (below the curb) designed to drain water runoff from streets, driveways, parking lots, etc. into storm drain inlets.

Common everyday products that people use in and around their homes-including paint, paint thinner, herbicides, and pesticides-that, due to their chemical nature, can be hazardous if not properly disposed.

Common everyday products that people use in and around their homes-including paint, paint thinner, herbicides, and pesticides-that, due to their chemical nature, can be hazardous if not properly disposed.

The release or placement of any material into the County stormwater conveyance system which is not authorized by the County.

Any connection to the storm drain system that is not permitted: or any legitimate connection that is used for illegal discharge.

Pollution that does not come from a single, identifiable source. Includes materials that wash from roofs, streets, yards, driveways, sidewalks and other land areas - largest contributor of stormwater pollution.