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Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination

Minimum Constorl Measure #3

 

A black drainage pipe near a stream with fallen leaves and a tree nearby.

Illicit discharges are generally any discharge into a storm drain system this is not composed entirely of stormwater. The exceptions include water from fire fighting activities and discharges from facilities already under an NPDES permit. Illicit discharges are a problem because, unlike wastewater which flows to a wastewater treatment plant, stormwater generally flows to waterways without any additional treatment. Illicit discharges often include pathogens, nutrients, surfactants, and various toxic pollutants.

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I&I Resolution

 

Two seals with a fish graphic, stating "No Dumping, Drains to Waterway."

Please contact our office at (740) 264-9790 or Jefferson County Litter Officer at   to report illegal dumping.
​For Illicit Discharge contact our office at (740) 264-9790, mpetho@jeffersoncountyoh.com and/or fill out the following form: