Caraco, D. 2015. Illicit Discharges of Pollution to Our Water Resources. Sustain- A Journal of Environmental and Sustainability Issues: Urban Streams. Kentucky Institute for the Environment and Sustainable Development, Univeristy of Louisville, Louisville, KY. Issue 32, Pages 22-26

Credit, IDDE, water quality, Stormwater

This article provides an overview of both the impacts and prevention of illicit discharges, including a definition and brief background, summary of water quality impacts, a description of current regulations in most communities, and some promising new trends to better manage this pollution source.