News Of Interest To All

REDUCE STORM WATERPOLLUTION

PetWaste 

Pet waste can be a major source of bacteria and excessnutrients in local waters.

Ø When walking yourpet, remember to pick up the waste and dispose of it properly.  Flushing petwaste is the best disposal method. Leaving pet waste on the ground increases public health risks byallowing harmful bacteria and nutrients to wash into the storm drain andeventually into local water bodies. 

SepticSystems

Leaking and poorly maintained septic systems release nutrientsand pathogens (bacteria and viruses) that can be picked up by storm water anddischarged into nearby water bodies. Pathogens can cause public health problems and environmental concerns. 

Ø Inspectconventional septic systems every 3 years.

Ø Inspectaerobic septic systems every 4 months.

Ø Pumpseptic tanks for any type of system at least every 3 to 5 years.

Ø Donot dispose of household hazardous waste in sinks or toilets.

For moreinformation on

reducing stormwater pollution in

Kirby, Texas

 Please contact:

DavidJohnson, Kirby

StormWater Consultant

210-342-3991 x203

johnson@givlerengineering.com

Thistip is based on information from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency andthe Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, and was adapted by:

DavidJohnson, Kirby

StormWater Consultant

210-342-3991 x203

johnson@givlerengineering.com