What is a storm drain spill or illegal storm drain discharge?

An illegal storm drain discharge (“spill”) occurs when anything other than rainwater enters the storm drain. Common examples of spills or illegal discharges to storm drains include: 

  • Automotive fluids
  • Construction materials
  • Draining pool water
  • Fertilizer
  • Food wastes
  • Paint
  • Pesticides
  • Sediment and/or silt
  • Sewage
  • Wash water

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1. What is a storm drain spill or illegal storm drain discharge?
2. Should I report a spill observed in or near a storm drain on private property?
3. When should I report a spill/illegal storm drain discharge?
4. How do I report a spill?
5. Will someone follow up with me?