Clean water begins with you and me!
Bolin Creek near Buck Taylor Mill
An estimated two-thirds of North Carolina’s water pollution is caused by polluted runoff, also called stormwater pollution. This runoff comes from our streets, lawns, and rooftops. It carries dirt, oil, fertilizer, pet waste, and many other pollutants directly to our streams, lakes, and rivers.
Our waterways provide drinking water, recreation, and fish and wildlife habitat. These uses are threatened by the harmful effects of stormwater pollution.
You can help! Explore this website to learn simple things you can do to help protect our water resources.
Plant Trees for Clean Water
Trees filter and keep pollution out of our reservoirs. Trees also protect property from erosion.
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Watershed Facts
At 248 miles, the Neuse River is the longest river within North Carolina.
Did you know?
Measured in acres, lawns would be the fifth largest U.S crop (after corn, soy, wheat, and hay).
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