How does stormwater get into our rivers and streams?
Storm water runs off our streets, parking lots, and yards and into drainage ditches, gutters, storm pipes, and other drains, which transport the storm water directly to our creeks, lakes, and the Trinity River.

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1. What is a Watershed?
2. What is stormwater?
3. What is a storm drain?
4. How does stormwater get into our rivers and streams?
5. How does stormwater get polluted?
6. What are some examples of pollutants in stormwater?
7. What are the effects of these pollutants on our waters?
8. How is stormwater different from wastewater?
9. Do cities in North Central Texas treat stormwater?
10. What is illegal dumping?
11. Who can I contact to obtain more information about stormwater in my City?