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Canoeing in clean water is more fun
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.
Auto Care
Remember to recycle used motor oil, dispose of fluids at hazardous household waste facilities, and keep soapy water on the lawn, not in the gutter.
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Watershed Facts
The Cape Fear River Basin covers 9,322 square miles, and it begins and ends in North Carolina.
Did you know?
Runoff pollution is water originating from rain, snowmelt, hoses, or pipes that picked up pollution as it traveled over roofs, land, and paved surfaces.
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