Report Lake or Stormwater Pollution

Have you seen pollution at a lake or going down a storm water drain?

The city handles reports of various signs of pollution in lakes or storm drains. With more than 100 lakes in the City of Orlando, we use these pollution reports to help ensure our lakes' water quality.

The discharge of polluting matter in natural waters is prohibited and can result in fines up to $1,000 per incident, per day.

Common signs of a violation are:

  • Dirty or glistening water flowing down the street.
  • Grass clippings or leaves in the street and the appearance of a recently maintained yard.
  • Someone blowing, raking or mowing leaves and grass clippings into the street.
  • Someone rinsing out or emptying a dirty container into the street or parking lot.

Keep in mind:

  • To use this service, the issue must be within the City of Orlando limits.

Online

Step 1.Check the water pollution type

Pollution in our lakes or stormwater drains can be any of the following:

  • Chemicals
  • Paints
  • Soaps (even biodegradable)
  • Antifreeze and automotive products
  • Pet waste
  • Silt or soil
  • Degreasers and solvents
  • Lawn clippings
  • Leaves and branches
  • Pesticides and herbicides
  • Fertilizers
  • Petroleum products such as oil, grease or gasoline

Step 2.Take a photo, if possible

Photos help the city locate the problem area faster.

Step 3.Report to the city

Report Lake or Stormwater Pollution

Step 4.We will review your report

The city will send out stormwater staff to inspect the issue.

By Phone

Step 1.Check the water pollution type

Pollution in our lakes or stormwater drains can be any of the following:

  • Chemicals
  • Paints
  • Soaps (even biodegradable)
  • Antifreeze and automotive products
  • Pet waste
  • Silt or soil
  • Degreasers and solvents
  • Lawn clippings
  • Leaves and branches
  • Pesticides and herbicides
  • Fertilizers
  • Petroleum products such as oil, grease or gasoline

Step 2.Report to the city

Call the stormwater hotline at 407.246.2370.

Step 3.We will review your report

The city will send out stormwater staff to inspect the issue.