What are the cities and Napa County doing about illegal dumping and illicit discharges into storm drains?
Each of the cities and Napa County have passed ordinances that makes it illegal to dump or discharge trash, debris, chemicals, contaminated water, or any other liquid or solid material into the storm drain system. Violators are now subject to stiff fines and criminal prosecution. Illegal dumping and illicit discharges may be reported to the local Stormwater Hotline for investigation and enforcement. Q: Is it illegal to wash my car in my driveway? A: No. Each of the municipalities in Napa County have exempted non-commercial carwashing from their discharge prohibitions.
