Street Department
(937) 296-2472
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| Storm Drains & Channel Maintenance |
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Storm water drainage is often overlooked due to the non-visible
elements of the Public Works infrastructure.
It is important to dispose of materials in a responsible way,
as storm drains discharge directly to creeks and other
natural waterways!
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The storm sewer system is designed
to carry rainfall and snow melt, which
may otherwise become problematic.
As water travels over driveways, streets, lawns, and sidewalks it picks up debris, chemicals and other pollutants before washing into storm drains.
By practicing good household habits,
we can keep our waterways clean
for fishing, swimming, and drinking water!
You can help protect our environment
by following some of the tips below:
 Use a commercial car wash to prevent soap and chemicals from entering the storm drain.
Check your vehicles for oil leaks and use
an absorbent material (kitty litter, sand, floor-dri) to clean up spills as opposed
to rinsing them into the streets.
Recycle used oil and other chemicals.
Do not dump into the drains.
Use pesticides and fertilizers sparingly. Take care to avoid application when rain
is forecasted.
Sweep up yard debris instead of hosing down the area.
Add plants to bare spots in your yard
to prevent erosion and water run off.
Clean items used for painting in a sink,
not outdoors.
Properly dispose of paints, and other chemicals through our local recycle program.
Clean up after your pet.
Animal waste can introduce harmful
bacteria to our waterways.
Drain your swimming pool when a test
kit does not indicate chlorine is present.
Remember… When it rains, it drains!
For more information about local hazardous materials recycling, you may visit: http://www.mcswd.org/
or call (937) 225-4999.
For additional information regarding
storm drainage, you may also visit the
EPA’s website.
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The City of Kettering storm sewers are separate from Montgomery County
sanitary sewer lines. If you have water backing up into your home through a drain, please contact Montgomery County at (937) 781-2500 for assistance. |
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| Storm Sewer Repair Program |
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Storm sewer repair is performed prior to concrete replacement
and road paving programs.
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When determining whether a storm sewer should be repaired
or replaced, consideration is given to the age and condition
of the existing structure, proximity to utilities, performance needs,
and traffic safety.
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Storm Sewer Maintenance Program
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The storm sewer system is checked and cleaned periodically.
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Crews clean and inspect storm sewer openings which include;
manholes, catch basins, drip inlets, and pipes.
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Channels
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Channels are defined as creeks, ravines and drainage ditches
which receive storm water from the storm sewer system. |
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The City maintains 25 miles of open channels.
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The Channel Repair program is designed to protect City structures,
(pipe outflows, culverts, bridges and utility poles) from effects
of storm water runoff. |
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If you are interested in the self-help program for maintaining
a private channel on your property, please contact our Engineering Department. Please keep in mind that this is only for severe erosion situations and is extremely labor intensive.
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