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Car Care


Automobile

Washing cars in your driveway can add pollutants to streams and rivers. Wash water flows from hard surfaces into storm drains, carrying detergents, oil, grease, heavy metals and dirt. Storm drains carry polluted wash water to local waterways. Sloppy car maintenance is also a problem for Washtenaw County’s water resources. For example, four quarts of motor oil can cause an eight acre oil slick on lakes and rivers. In addition, antifreeze is poisonous to people, pets, and wildlife.

  • Car Care 
    Tips for environmentally safe vehicle washing and maintenance (Homeowners’ Handbook Guide #4).
  • Home Toxics
    Information on proper use and disposal of toxic materials found around the home.

For more information, please contact Michelle Bononi.
Environmental Portal

The Environmental Portal provides information on environmental issues and available services for around your home. 

This service is brought to you by: the Drain Commissioner, Environmental Health, MSU Extension,  and  Planning and Environment.