Our annual reports are out! Under new development plan review and permitting, 2,337 pounds of nitrogen and 294 lbs of phosphorus pollutant loading to Falls Lake were avoided by the assessment of nutrient offset fees. See the press release for more info: hillsboroughnc.gov/Home/Comp…

Save the date for Orange County Creek Week 2027! hillsboroughnc.gov/about-us/…

The pollinators need your help! Bellevue Branch Headwaters was recently restored with native plants. Many helping hands are needed to make sure these natives thrive! Bellevue Branch Workday at Odie St Sat, Oct 3, 9am-12pm More info and sign up: orangehabitat.volunteerhub.c…

Consider joining us for our next volunteer event: Bellevue Branch Invasive Species Removal Saturday, October 3, 9am to 12pm Odie Street, Hillsborough See the event link for more info. Please register for the event through Habitat for Humanity: orangehabitat.volunteerhub.c…

Disposing of any substance other than stormwater into the town's stormwater system is illegal. Please report any illicit discharges or connections to our Division: hillsboroughnc.gov/about-us/… See also "Illegal Dumping and Connections" on our website: hillsboroughnc.gov/about-us/…

Research by NC State's Stormwater research group forms the basis for much of the standards that we rely on every day. And they're already onto the next thing — cool to see what's coming down the pipeline for stormwater management! Check out their post: facebook.com/share/r/1H4qT1s…

The Bellevue Branch Stream Stabilization project restored natural habitat features in a small stream within the Odie Street Habitat for Humanity neighborhood. Here are the before and after photos so far! More info here: piedmontconservation.org/bel…

August is #NationalWaterQualityMonth! What we do every day affects our water quality -- how we wash our car, pick up after our pets, what chemicals we use and how we use them, and more. Take a moment to learn about water quality and what you can do! nationalwaterqualitymonth.or…

Got an idea for a rain garden on your property? The North Carolina Community Conservation Assistance Program provides cost-share funds for water quality improvement practices (BMPs). Contact Orange County Soil and Water to determine your eligibility: orangecountync.gov/727/Soil-…

How you maintain your car can impact downstream water quality. Properly managing motor oil, gasoline, and soapy water is the first step. Watch this video youtube.com/watch?v=iR_qDz2I… for more info, or visit the Clean Water Education Partnership website: nc-cleanwater.com/vehicle-ma…

A very well deserved tribute to the dedication that has made Orange County Creek Week a success over the past 5 years. Explore the story map and be sure to read about the contributions of Claire Hansen, our division's stormwater technician and the Town's Creek Week lead!

During these dog days of summer, remember to pick up after your pets! One gram of dog waste contains millions of bacteria. Dog waste also doesn't biodegrade quickly -- it sticks around for a long time compared to other animal waste. Please share this video and spread the word!

Hillsborough residents can purchase a rain barrel at a discounted price and schedule pickup in town. It's not too late to collect some rain for your plants this summer. Find out more on the Town's website: hillsboroughnc.gov/about-us/…

Congratulations to the 2026 Stormwater Control Measure Owners of the Year: -Northside Millwork, Inc. -Healing Paws Veterinary Hospital -Hampton Pointe Walmart Read the news release: tinyurl.com/ducyahrn

Coming soon, we will be announcing the 2026 Stormwater Control Measure Owners of the Year! A stormwater control measure (SCM) captures and treats stormwater runoff. If you see a pond near a shopping center, that’s probably an SCM. The stormwater wetland in Gold Park is an SCM.

Today, 3rd Graders at Hillsborough Elementary painted messages to remind everyone to keep pollutants out of storm drains at their school. We talked to them about stormwater runoff, and the students shared ideas for how to keep stormwater clean. Great job HES Dolphins!

This year, Orange County is raffling off a rain barrel as part of the Nature of Orange photo contest. There are a few more days to submit your entry! See Orange County's post for more info . . .

During warm months, algal blooms may occur. You can help prevent algal blooms by minimizing fertilizer use and following other practices that reduce nutrient pollution. NC Department of Environmental Quality provides reporting/identification info here: deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/w…

The Eno River provides habitat for the Neuse River Waterdog. You can help protect their habitat by preventing erosion and reducing sediment in stormwater runoff. Learn more about this rare species: fws.gov/species/neuse-river-…