Only rain belongs in the drain.
Dump floor wash down storm drain.
It s only a violation if the soapy water flows into a storm drain.
Wash vehicles on lawn washing vehicles on a grassy surface allows the dirty and soapy water to be absorbed by plants and soil filtering the water and preventing it from washing into a storm drain.
Water in the storm drain receive no treatment or filtering process.
That doesn t mean it s illegal to wash your car on a driveway parking lot or street.
Storm water or rain water flows into the storm drains you see at street corners or into roadside ditches.
Washing your mop will also ensure it doesn t deteriorate because of bacteria buildup.
Unlike the water that flows down the drains inside your home which goes to sewage treatment facilities the storm drain system is completely separate.
Don t dump anything down storm drains.
This allows the ground to neutralize the soap and grime from your car rather than sending it directly to our creeks and streams.
Properly dispose of chemicals some things like motor oil and batteries can be recycled.
Wash your car over your lawn or gravel.
Dump mop water down your sink.
Store the mop upside down so excess water can drain from the mop s top.