Stormwater Management
Information for University and Local Residents
Pavillion V on the Lawn.
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Tips
- Dispose of household waste properly. Contact the Rivanna Solid Waste Authority (RSWA) with questions concerning the proper disposal of household hazardous waste. Visit the RSWA website here.
- Recycle. If your neighborhood does not have its own recycling program, bring your recyclables to one of the drop-offs at the University or at RSWA.
- Clean up after your pet.
- Use a commercial car wash for cleaning your vehicle.
- Volunteer for a stream or neighborhood cleanup program.
- Volunteer for a storm drain labeling program.
- Conserve water by repairing leaking faucets toilets and take short showers.
- Conserve energy, use energy efficient compact fluorescent lightbulbs, turn off the lights when leaving your residence, and use public transportation or walk.
- When doing laundry, do full, not partial, loads.
- If you are interested in volunteering for campus clean up or drain marking events, contact Jess Wenger at jsw6d@virginia.edu or 982-5540.
To report an illicit discharge, spill, or unusual water condition call 982-4911!
Contact EHS with stormwater related questions or comments at storm-water@virginia.edu.
EHS Stormwater website questions or comments should be directed to Jess Wenger at jsw6d@virginia.edu or 982-5540.
