Stream Quality and Maintenance and Pollution Control
Drainage systems are maintained regularly to help prevent water from backing up into streets and homes. If you spot a blocked drain or see illegal development in a flood zone, call 596-2100, and an inspector will investigate. Don't pour used motor oil, antifreeze, pesticides, fertilizers or other pollutants down the storm drainage system. All storm sewers in Tulsa drain to the Arkansas River or Bird Creek and are monitored regularly for compliance with Tulsa's National Pollution Discharge Elimination System permit. Putting foreign substances into this system can also cause flooding and is a violation of City ordinance punishable by fines of up to $500 a day. Please do your part and keep the inlets and drainage ways clear of brush and debris.