Stormwater Week

Thank you for joining us this year to celebrate Stormwater Awareness Week! Whether in person or online, your involvement helps spread the word about keeping our waterways clean. We appreciate your support and hope to see you next year!

In case you missed it, here's a rundown on some of the programs and opportunities of the week:

Macroinvertebrate Monday

This is an ongoing program involving K–12 teachers in Lexington County. If you want to bring science to life in your classroom, you can request a hands-on presentation all about aquatic macroinvertebrates — the tiny critters that help us understand water quality! Students will get up close with real stream-dwelling organisms and explore the connections between stormwater pollution and local ecosystems.

Contact our Stormwater Outreach Coordinator to schedule your classroom experience: kresinski@lexingtoncounty.sc.gov. Let’s dive into the world of aquatic bugs and discover what they can teach us about freshwater stream science!

Trash the Poop Tuesday

We were able to team up with Final Victory Animal Rescue to spread the word about our Trash the Poop Campaign. Volunteer with some furry friends from Final Victory Animal Rescue by helping out around the facility or participating in Doggy Day Outs to receive some free giveaways for your own pets!

Whether you're out for a walk or in your own backyard, picking up after your pet is a simple way to protect water quality and show love for your community and environment. Always remember to grab it, bag it, and trash it!

Watershed Wednesday

We partnered with Gills Creek Watershed Association to promote their Watershed Champion program, making it easier for our community to ensure their environmental impacts are positive!

Check out what steps you can take that can contribute to cleaner waterways: https://www.gillscreekwatershed.org/Watershed-Champion-Application

FOWG Friday

We shined a light on some of the biggest household culprits behind clogged pipes, sewer backups, and water pollution: Fats, Oils, Wipes, and Grease (FOWG)

When you pour cooking oil down the drain, flush “flushable” wipes, or rinse greasy pans without wiping them first — you’re not just risking your own plumbing. You’re contributing to blockages that can lead to sewer overflows, polluted waterways, and costly damage to infrastructure.

You can stop by the Lexington County Administration Building to pick up a grease can lid to start making your difference at home!