Storm Water Pollution Prevention
Stormwater Management
Oakland Community College (OCC) encourages students, employees and the community to work together to protect our waterways by reducing pollution in stormwater systems.
Rain and melted snow on OCC campuses flow into storm sewers, which eventually discharge directly into nearby rivers, wetlands and lakes without treatment. OCC has campuses that are in the Rouge River, Huron River and Clinton River Watersheds. As a result, pollutants entering our storm sewers can travel long distances, affecting the environment and potentially threatening local communities.
What can you do to prevent stormwater pollution?
- Never dump chemicals down storm drains! Only rain and snow should enter our storm sewers.
- Place trash in designated containers and cover outdoor trash bins.
- Minimize salt use during winter.
- Reduce or eliminate pesticide use and apply only in areas less likely to be carried by runoff into storm drains.
How to report a spill
To report a spill or pollutant release, contact OCC Public Safety at (248) 858-4911, or 5555 from a campus phone.
Stormwater Management Plan
To protect our waterways, OCC has created a Stormwater Management Plan (SWMP) that outlines strategies to reduce pollutants in stormwater runoff. Pollutants can harm ecosystems by killing plants and animals, and by making waterways unsafe for both wildlife and humans. Review OCC’s Stormwater Management Plan (PDF).
Frequently Asked Questions
While Oakland County does not have a county-wide household hazardous waste disposal program, some organizations provide collection services to local communities. In addition, some communities operate independent programs.
Contact these organizations for upcoming collection dates:

Oakland County Watersheds
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Michael Schmidt
Manager of Environmental Health and Safety/Risk Management
Email: maschmid@oaklandcc.edu
Phone: (248) 232-4633