If you follow the guidelines outlined on the reverse you will help prevent adverse impacts on our creeks, bays and ocean.

• The residential chlorine does not exceed 0.1 mg/L (parts per million)
• The pH is between 6.5 and 8.5 · The water is free of any unusual coloration
• There is no discharge of filter media or acid cleaning wastes

• Contain all paint. Never wash down or pour paint into a gutter or your lot drain
• Rinse off cement mixers and cement laden tools in a contained washout area that cannot flow to your lot drain. Allow to dry and then discard with your household waste.

• Minimize the use of pesticides and fertilizers and don’t apply if it is windy or about to rain
• Conserve water by not over watering lawn areas
• Always pick up pet waste and dispose of properly

To Report Illegal Dumping into the County's Storm Drain System, Call:
1(888)CLEAN LA, 24 Hours per Day

The tips contained in this brochure provide useful information to help prevent water pollution. If you have other suggestions, please contact your city’s stormwater representatives or call the Los Angeles County Stormwater Program.