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Stormwater Runoff
Stormwater runoff is one of the leading causes of water pollution. This happens when rain flows off impervious surfaces into yards and streets. The water goes right to storm drains and streams - bringing pollution with it.
Stormwater runoff is not cleaned at a treatment plant first like drinking water.
Capture It! Stormwater Arts Contest
Attention 8th - 12th graders! Want to show us what you know about stormwater pollution through art or video? Take part in our annual art contest. Winners of each category will win a $500 prize!
Registration closes February 20, 2023.
Celebrate Regional Creek Week
Two volunteers carrying a mattress from a stream during a cleanup event.
We are celebrating the Clean Water Education Partnership Regional Creek Week from March 19-25, 2023! Learn more about our upcoming events and volunteer opportunities in the city!
Where Water Flows in Raleigh When it Rains
What’s a Floodplain?
How Litter and Trash Affects Streams
How Pet Waste Affects Streams
How Yard Waste Affects Streams
How Pesticides Affect Streams
How Household Chemicals Affect Streams
How Vehicle Maintenance Affects Streams
Request a Visit
Are you interested in learning more about how stormwater flows through our city? Schedule a visit with our stormwater educator at your next school, community, or business event.
| Activities |
| Storytime |
| Assemblies |
| Stormwater demos (i.e. EnviroScape) |
| Stormwater education |
| Watershed model |
Activities can be adapted for all ages (K-12 to adults)
See Where We've Been
Use this map to see if we've visited a school near you:
