Have you ever noticed the storm drains along the road while walking around Verona?
For most people, the answer is no – these hidden structures are often overlooked. But storm drains are a critical part of infrastructure, forming an underground highway that carries stormwater runoff from roofs, streets, yards and parking lots to help prevent flooding.
Unfortunately, that same runoff can also carry pollutants – such as trash, chemicals and sediment – into local lakes, rivers and streams…