Storm Water

Storm Water Runoff … occurs during rainfall events or snow melt, causing 1000s of gallons of storm water to enter the City of Marietta’s storm drain system.   The storm drain system is made up of catch basins, pipes, ditches, and small streams in route to one of the following large streams:  Ohio River; Muskingum River; Duck Creek.

Along the way … the runoff has a potential of becoming polluted when passing over lawns, construction sites, and impervious areas such as streets, sidewalks, and parking lots.  When passing over these surfaces, storm water can become polluted from trash, leaked automotive fluids, pet waste, lawn debris, and soil.  And, since storm water is untreated, it has a potential to pass this pollution to our streams and rivers, where it can adversely affect aquatic life, and can potentially affect drinking water supplies.

The Solution …

Preventing Storm Water Pollution

  • Never dump anything down storm drains, properly dispose of wastes.  See Disposal / Recycle
  • Keep lawn debris from entering storm drains.  See Lawn Care
  • Use pesticides & fertilizers sparingly.  See Lawn Care
  • Use salt sparingly on roads & sidewalks.  See Lawn Care
  • Vegetate or mulch exposed soil.  See Lawn Care ,   See Construction Sites
  • Keep soil from leaving construction sites.  See Construction Sites
  • Direct downspouts away from paved surfaces to “green areas”.  See Landscaping
  • Wash your personal vehicle at a commercial car wash, or your lawn.  See Auto / Equipment
  • Wash your commercial vehicles & equipment where wash water is treated.   See Auto / Equipment
  • Check vehicles for leaks.  See Auto / Equipment
  • Have your septic tank pumped and system inspected regularly.   See Septic System
  • Pick up your pet’s waste. Scoop, Bag and Trash it.  See Pet Waste
  • Volunteer with local organizations for clean-up, tree planting, and landscaping activities.  See Volunteering
  • The City has adopted a Storm Water Management Plan that addresses ongoing efforts to keep storm water clean. See City of Marietta Storm Water Management Plan. See City of Marietta Storm Water Management Plan.
  • The City has formed a Storm Water Task Force to provide input for the administration of the Storm Water Management Plan. Meeting are open to the public. Meeting minutes are available on request from Kathy Davis – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., 740-885-3312
  • The City reports to the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency on an annual basis concerning storm water related activities. Reports are available on request from Kathy Davis – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., 740-885-3312.
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