Brochures designed to inform both homeowners and businesses about protecting groundwater and actions to keep pollutants out of Underground Injection Control (UIC) systems. The brochures are designed to be customized by adding contact information for the local utility on the back panel.
Miscellaneous Information
Compilation and Evaluation of Existing Stormwater Quality Data from Oregon – The report summarizes over 25,000 groundwater samples analyzed in Oregon by 15 different public agencies between 1990 and 2008 and compares the results to regulatory thresholds. The report was prepared by Kennedy/Jenks Consultants. 12/16/09
Central Oregon Stormwater Manual – This stormwater manual details proper stormwater management practices for Central Oregon. Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council.
Maintaining Rain Gardens, Swales and Stormwater Planters 2013. This field guide developed collaboratively by a number of private firms and public agencies, provides all the information needed for proper maintenance of these three most common types of stormwater facilities. PDF
Grow Smart, Grow Safe – A new app lists more than 1,000 lawn-garden chemicals, offers natural gardening tips. Now there is an easy way for consumers throughout the Pacific Northwest to make smart choices in lawn and garden products that are safer for people, pets and the environment: The Grow Smart, Grow Safe® app. Products available in area stores are rated low, medium or high hazard to help shoppers make smart choices. Take this tool to the store or out to the garage and find out how your favorite lawn and garden products rate. The app even offers great tips on gardening without pesticides. Download for free at the iTunes App Store. The app was created by the Local Hazardous Waste Management Program in King County; Portland Metro; and Thurston County Public Health and Social Services, to provide reliable, science-based information to all consumers.
Underground Injection Wells for Stormwater– Best Management Practices Manual, prepared by URS Corporation for ensuring proper design, installation, and maintenance of UICs to protect groundwater quality. 1/2003.