Stormwater Pollution Prevention

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Stormwater Pollution Prevention
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tm http//www.deq.state.va.us/wqs/
Stormwater runoff is precipitation from rain or
snowmelt that flows over the ground. As it flows,
it can pick up debris, chemicals, dirt, and other
pollutants and carry them into the storm sewer
system or local streams and rivers. Everything
that enters a storm sewer system is eventually
discharged into the local streams that flow
through our community. UVA has undertaken a
concerted effort to reduce stormwater pollution.
You can make a difference at UVA and around your
home.
To report a spill or an illicit discharge,
contact Environmental Health and Safety at
982-4911 or Facilities Management at 924-1777
For more information contact Jeffrey A. Sitler.
CPG Environmental Compliance Manager UVA Office
of Environmental Health and Safety P.O. Box
400322 Charlottesville, VA 22904-4322 Phone
982-4901 Email sitler_at_virginia.edu
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• Stormwater Quiz
• What two main local creeks receive all of the
  stormwater runoff from UVA?
• Where do these creeks discharge?
• What large inland water body receives all
  stormwater runoff from central Virginia?
• Where should you dump wash water?
• Water from the storm sewer is treated before it
  is discharged to streams. True or False.
• In undisturbed land areas in Central Virginia,
  what percentage of rainfall runs off into local
  streams? 12, 33, 46, or 66
• In an urbanized area such as Charlottesville,
  would you expect runoff from rainfall to be
  higher or lower than in an undisturbed area? Why?

• What can you do?
• Use pesticides and fertilizers sparingly.
• Repair vehicle and equipment leaks.
• Dispose of household and laboratory hazardous
  waste, used auto fluids (antifreeze, oil, etc.),
  and batteries at designated collection or
  recycling locations (Call OEHS for assistance).
• Clean up after your pet.
• Use a commercial car wash or wash your car on a
  lawn or other unpaved surface.
• Sweep up landscaping debris and dirt rather than
  hosing down areas.
• Compost or recycle landscaping waste when
  possible.
• Maintain landscaped areas to prevent soil
  erosion
• Clean paint brushes in a sink, not outdoors.
• Properly dispose of excess paints through a
  hazardous waste collection program. (Call OEHS
  for assistance)
• Sweep up and properly dispose of construction
  debris like concrete and mortar.
• Dispose of cleaning water into sanitary sewer
  drains only.
• Volunteer for stream cleanup and storm drain
  marking programs

Remember, our streams and rivers are viable
habitats for native fish, insects, and other
organisms.
Answers 1) Moores Creek and Meadow Creek,
2) Rivanna River, 3) Chesapeake Bay, 4)
Sanitary Sewer, 5) False, 6) 33, 7) Much higher
because of impervious areas such as roads,
parking lots and rooftops.