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Storm Water Pollution Prevention What is the purpose of the site? To increase awareness of Storm Water Pollution and Prevention techniques To update citizens on what the City of Willmar is actively pursuing in order to protect water quality To facilitate information as a way of making the public accountable for what is drained into storm sewers What is storm water? Defined as rainwater or snowmelt, storm water travels over impervious surfaces, such as driveways, curbs, roadways, etc... picking up debris along the way until it drains into the storm sewer or other natural water source. Because of  encounters with debris as it travels, storm water becomes polluted with chemicals, oil, dirt, sand, fertilizer, and many other items which eventually make their way to our lakes and streams.  What are the ramifications of Storm Water Pollution? Unlike wastewater, not all storm water is chemically treated prior to discharging into our lakes and streams. Bodies of water may become too contaminated with pollutants causing the need to close beaches, being unable to drink water in some cases, and endangering wildlife. It's important we all do our part to prevent this from happening. Where does my water drain to? The storm water within the City will end up in one of two primary watersheds; the Hawk Creek Watershed which drains into the Minnesota River or the Lake Wakanda Watershed which drains into the Crow River.   Contact Us  |  Acronyms  |  Upcoming Meetings  |  Brochures & Posters