UW-Green Bay Stormwater Information
Rain Drops Keep Runnin' Down the Drain
Storm water on campus runs down storm drains into streams, rivers and the bay of Green Bay UNTREATED.
Storm water picks up...
- oil
- grease
- fertilizers
- pet wastes
- lawn clippings
- soil & sediment
- leaves
- other contaminating particles
Contaminants and sediment lead to...
- increased algae growth
- unpleasant odors
- beach closings
- decreasing fish and wildlife
- health warnings
- drinking water restrictions
- fish consumption restrictions
How you can help
We all need to work toward the goal of cleaner water. We can have an impact on water quality. Here are some ways that you can have an impact.
- Never dump anything into storm sewars or ditches! It goes directly into our water!
- If you spill fluids from a vehicle use cat litter to abosorb it and then place that material into the garbage.
- Use phosphorus-free soaps, detergents, and fertilizers.
- Compost leaves and grass clippings and do not put them into the street.
- Consider using non-toxic cleaners such as baking soda, lemon juice, and vinegar.
- Be careful not to over-use fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, or cleaners.
- Consider gonig pesticide and herbicide free. It's healthier for you and nature!
