Tree Planting Time
Planting trees helps water quality.
Late Fall is a great time to plant trees, especially native species near watercourses that help slow stormwater down and filter pollutants before they reach our streams and lakes.
For help with water-smart landscaping, check out our Stream Buffer page or contact your local government.
Clean water begins with you and me!
Bolin Creek near Buck Taylor Mill
An estimated two-thirds of North Carolina’s water pollution is caused by polluted runoff, also called stormwater pollution. This runoff comes from our streets, lawns, and rooftops. It carries dirt, oil, fertilizer, pet waste, and many other pollutants directly to our streams, lakes, and rivers.
Our waterways provide drinking water, recreation, and fish and wildlife habitat. These uses are threatened by the harmful effects of stormwater pollution.
You can help! Explore this website to learn simple things you can do to help protect our water resources.
Watershed Facts
Large quantities of nutrients from polluted runoff are the biggest threat to surface water quality in the Neuse River estuary.
Did you know?
40% of U.S. rivers and streams are too polluted for fishing or swimming.
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