Stormwater Survey

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Did you know that stormwater is the leading source of pollution in the Rio Grande?

Stormwater runoff from streets, arroyos, roadside ditches, and underground storm sewers can carry polluted water directly into the Rio Grande. Things like pesticides, pet waste, trash and even loose soil can end up polluting our river. These pollutants not only impact the drinking water we rely on from the Rio Grande, they also harm the river’s fragile ecosystem.

Please help us develop ways to keep our water clean by filling out and submitting this survey.

2023 Survey
Do you think that stormwater runoff from the metro area negatively impacts the quality of water in the Rio Grande?

Please rank each of the following items for its impact on water quality in the Rio Grande from 0 (no impact) to 3 (high impact)

Which of the following do you/will you do to help reduce negative impacts to water quality in the Rio Grande?

Reduce, reuse and recycle to reduce the amount of trash washed into to river
Use outdoor toxic chemicals in moderation or when appropriate (pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers)
Fix oil leaks in vehicles or catch the oil in a drip pan with an absorbent
Wash vehicles at a commercial car wash rather than in the driveway
Dispose of household hazardous waste (like paint and batteries), appliances and electronic devices at a collection facility or during a recycling event
Keep chemicals, trash (including leaf litter) and swimming pool water out of street gutters, arroyos and storm drains
Do you think stormwater runoff can carry harmful bacteria in dog poop to the river?
Do you think people not picking up dog poop negatively impacts water quality in the river?
If you own a dog, do you/will you pick up and dispose of your dog’s poop to prevent the harmful bacteria from being carried to the river?
Were you aware that local governments must use public funds for programs to comply with US EPA regulations for urban stormwater runoff into the Rio Grande?
If you were asked to pay a small monthly fee to help reduce negative stormwater impacts on water quality in the Rio Grande, how much would you be willing to pay?