Is the storm water drainage system a breeding ground for mosquitoes?
The storm water drainage system is designed to convey storm water. If properly installed and maintained, water will flow. Flowing waters are not a breeding source for mosquitoes. However, poor design, installation, or maintenance can and will cause water to pond and this does create mosquito breeding. If there are blockages in the drainage system that cause water not to flow, citizens can call 704-336-RAIN for drainage system service requests. For questions or comments, contact Dennis.Salmen@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov.
