Dump Floor Wash Down Storm Drain

Water in the storm drain receive no treatment or filtering process.

Dump floor wash down storm drain. Unlike the water that flows down the drains inside your home which goes to sewage treatment facilities the storm drain system is completely separate. Properly dispose of chemicals some things like motor oil and batteries can be recycled. Washing your mop will also ensure it doesn t deteriorate because of bacteria buildup. This allows the ground to neutralize the soap and grime from your car rather than sending it directly to our creeks and streams.

That wash water is less worrisome than full strength paint but that doesn t mean you can dump the dirty water on the ground into a septic system or anywhere it might wash straight into your. Be sure to clear away leaves and debris. That doesn t mean it s illegal to wash your car on a driveway parking lot or street. Don t dump anything down storm drains.

It s only a violation if the soapy water flows into a storm drain. Dump mop water down your sink. Wash vehicles on lawn washing vehicles on a grassy surface allows the dirty and soapy water to be absorbed by plants and soil filtering the water and preventing it from washing into a storm drain. Only rain belongs in the drain.

Use biodegradable or non toxic soap that is.