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See Something, Say Something

All storm drains in your community are connected to a storm sewer system that is designed to carry untreated stormwater runoff into nearby waterbodies, including ponds, streams, and rivers. When stormwater is polluted, these pollutants enter nearby waterways and can impact local water quality and biological communities. Dumping toxic pollutants straight into storm drains is dangerous to human and aquatic life. It’s also illegal! Do your part in protecting local waterways and if you see someone illegally dumping, say something. 
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Tires in Streams
Automotive Fluid 
Storm Drains

Illegal Dumping

Any discharge into storm drains that is not entirely composed of stormwater is known as an illicit discharge. Sewage, pollutants, and other hazardous materials threaten the health of aquatic ecosystems. Some of these include but are not limited to:
  • Trash
  • Automotive fluids such as oils, greases, or antifreeze
  • Household hazardous products like paints and detergents
  • Fertilizers and pesticides
  • Soaps from washing vehicles
  • Yard and pet waste
Indirect signs of illicit discharges that can serve as evidence include:
  • Strange odors
  • Odd residues such as oily sheens or foam
  • Discoloration of waters colors
  • Materials such as tissue paper, sanitary products, etc.
  • Stains on storm drains or storm sewer outfalls
  • Discharges from storm drains during dry weather periods
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Reporting Illegal Dumping & Key Links By County 

Only rain down the storm drain: if you see anything other than rainwater entering storm drains, the first step to take is to contact a local agency and report the situation:
Please call 911 if the illegal discharge is of immediate threat to health or safety.
Contact Ohio EPA’s 24-Hour Emergency Response Hotline at 1-800-282-9378 for hazardous materials
Butler County
Butler County Storm Water District at 513-785-4120
Warren County
Warren County Soil and Water Conservation District at 513-695-1337
Clermont County
Clermont Office of Environmental Quality at 513-732-7894 Ex: 3
Hamilton County
Hamilton County Storm Water District Hotline at 513-946-7000
nORTHERN kentucky
Sanitation District No. 1 at 859-578-7450

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Cincinnati, Ohio 45246
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​(513) 772-7645

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Butler County Storm Water District 
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​City of Hamilton 
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  • About
    • Partnership Opportunities
    • Government Regulations
    • Ohio River Watershed
  • Rain Barrel Art Project
    • Participate
    • Artist Entry Form
    • Selected Artists
    • Auction
    • What is a Rain Barrel?
    • Rain Barrel Photos
  • Workshops
    • Upcoming
    • Archive >
      • Rain Barrel Prep
      • Stormwater Field Day
      • Green Infrastructure
      • Concrete Washout
      • HOA Webinar Series
  • Take Action
    • Top 10 Tips
    • See Something, Say Something
    • Uncool Pool
    • Slow it down & Soak it up
    • End Plastic Pollution
    • Take Back Your Home