Did you know that stormwater pollution is one of the biggest threats to the cleanliness of New Jersey's water supplies? Pollution to stormwater comes from all different sources, including streets, parking lots, and lawns. Many people do not realize the threat potential everyday items (fertilizer, oil, pesticides, detergents, pet waste, and grass clippings) have on contaminating our water supply. These products can all make their way into storm drains and cause a hazard to our water supplies.
Fortunately, there are simple ways we can prevent the amount of pollution created and limit the contamination to our clean, plentiful water supplies. Below we have listed a number of strategies to help you help our environment. If you should have any questions on stormwater pollution or other environmental issues, please feel free to contact our office or the agencies listed below. Together we can work to keep New Jersey clean and healthy for years to come.
New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
Division of Water Quality
Bureau of Nonpoint Pollution Control
Municipal Stormwater Regulation Program
(609) 633-7021
www.njstormwater.org or www.notpointsource.org
United States Environmental Protection Agency
www.epa.gov/npdes/stormwater or www.epa.gov/nps
