These and other pollutants are harmful to drinking water and aquatic life in creeks and in the Roanoke River.
Illicit discharges are generally any discharge into a storm drain system this is not composed entirely of stormwater. The exceptions include water from fire fighting activities and discharges from facilities already under an NPDES permit. Illicit discharges are a problem because, unlike wastewater which flows to a wastewater treatment plant, stormwater generally flows to waterways without any additional treatment. Illicit discharges often include pathogens, nutrients, surfactants, and various toxic pollutants. Report any illicit discharges as soon as possible by using our online Request Tracker System or download, print, and send an Illicit Discharge Reporting Form.
If you have any questions, please contact the Public Works Department at (540) 983-0646.
1. What is stormwater management?
2. How can stormwater quality be improved?
3. What is an elevation certificate?