Illicit Discharge

⚠️ What is Illicit Discharge?

Illicit discharge is any release of unlawful non-stormwater substances into the storm drain system. This includes anything from household wastewater and chemicals to oil and debris. Such discharges can enter the storm drain through direct connections like pipes or ditches, or indirectly through runoff from various surfaces.

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🔍 Why is Illicit Discharge Important?

Illicit discharges can significantly impact our community in several ways:

💧	Water Quality Pollutants from these discharges can contaminate our rivers, lakes, and streams, making them unsafe for swimming, fishing, and other activities.
🌿	Environmental Protection Preventing illicit discharges helps protect our local wildlife and natural habitats, ensuring they remain healthy and beautiful.
⚖️	Community Compliance Reporting and addressing illicit discharges helps our city stay in compliance with environmental laws.

📋 Reporting Illicit Discharge

If you witness any water pollution activity, see material spilled or dumped into a waterway, or observe conditions near a storm drain or stream that indicate pollution, please report it using the form below.

You can also contact us directly at 615-371-0060 or Stormwater@BrentwoodTN.gov. Thank you for your vigilance and cooperation in helping protect our community's water quality!