STORMWATER SMART

PARKING LOTS

When water from rain, snow, or sleet flows over the ground, it's called
"stormwater." Stormwater can pick up litter and oil from vehicles in your
parking lot. And when that stormwater flows into street gutters, storm
drains, and downstream, it can pollute rivers, lakes, and streams. Follow
these simple pollution solutions to help keep local waterways clean and
healthy!



CONTAIN THE
RAIN

Add plants and incorporate green
infrastructure, such rain gardens,
permeable pavement, and trees, to help
soak stormwater into the ground where it
falls.

MOP IT UP

Use special oil-absorbing towels or other
materials to clean up oil and fluid leaks
from cars and dispose of them properly.

CUT BACK ON
SALT

A little salt goes a long way. Don't put too
much on parking lots and sidewalks.
Never salt hard surfaces if rain is in the
forecast, or if temperatures aren't going to
freeze.

LOSE THE
LITTER

Always keep parking lots free from litter
and debris.Trash can clog drains and
contaminate water.

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