PREVENT WATER POLLUTION
The major types and sources of pollution that affect Kitsap County's water quality are:
- Fecal bacteria and viruses from:
- Failing septic and sewer systems;
- Faulty stormwater systems;
- Pet and livestock waste;
- Runoff from farms.
- Sediments from soil erosion, from improper land clearing, logging and construction;
- Chemicals, oil, toxins, and metals from residential or commercial storm-water runoff, spills, or illegal dumping.
You can help prevent pollution!