The annual White River Festival is just around the corner! There are a lot of great events scheduled for this year’s Festival which runs September 14 – 29. The White River Festival is a two-week celebration of the White River, its tributaries, and the surrounding 16-county watershed. The Festival was created to raise awareness about […]
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Groundwater Myth-busting!
6 facts about groundwater to set the record straight!
What can I do to reduce groundwater pollution?
Groundwater contamination can last for decades and be difficult and expensive to clean up. Pollution prevention is the key. Discover ways you can help!
How Rain Gardens can help you improve water quality at home and at work
Rain gardens are areas of landscape designed to catch rainwater long enough to allow it to percolate slowly back into the groundwater rather than run off the surface into a storm drain.
Why are New Septic Systems Banned in Marion County Wellfields?
Under the current Wellfield Protection Secondary Zoning Ordinance, new septic systems are banned from being installed within the limits of the Marion County wellfields
Tips for Filling Out Your Spill Plan (Part 4 – SDS)
Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 This is Part 4 in a series about the Emergency Response and Spill Prevention Plan, one of the requirements for many businesses located in Marion County wellfields. The Marion County Public Health Department (MCPHD) provides a spill plan template which is available here. This […]
