Healthy streams provide habitat for fish, turtles, frogs, birds, and countless other species that depend on clean water to survive. They also play a vital role in protecting the quality of the water we rely on every day. Everyone can help protect our local streams by:
- Properly disposing of trash and pet waste.
• Keeping fertilizers, pesticides, and other chemicals out of storm drains.
• Washing vehicles at a commercial car wash or on permeable surfaces where water can soak into the ground.
• Participating in local stream and community cleanups.
When we protect our streams, we protect the wildlife that depends on them and help ensure a clean, reliable water supply for future generations. Our water supply depends on healthy rivers, reservoirs, and responsible water use throughout the year.
