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Sandy Springs urges residents not to place leaves, lawn trimmings into storm drains
Summary
City stormwater staff warned that placing leaves and lawn clippings into storm drains can clog the city’s roughly 5,000 storm basins, slowing water flow and increasing maintenance needs, and asked residents to report problems.
Rhett, a member of the City of Sandy Springs stormwater unit, asked residents to avoid putting leaves and lawn trimmings into the storm system and to report any problems to city staff. "My name is Rhett. I'm in the stormwater unit," he said. "Our stormwater team keeps a very close eye on the 5,000 storm basins in the city to make sure they're all running smoothly."
The request is part of a seasonal reminder as leaves fall: staff said yard waste and other debris can collect in basins and sewers and cause blockages. "The city would really appreciate if, people didn't, you know, move your lawn trippings and whatnot, into the storm system. They are designed to handle a certain amount. The issue is that eventually they will clog," Rhett said, explaining that a clog can cause additional material to accumulate and slow water flow.
City staff emphasized that crews monitor and maintain basins and encouraged residents to report issues so crews can respond. "When the water slows down, everything falls out as well. We monitor them. We maintain them. Please let us know if if you think that there is an issue," Rhett said. The city also recommended following its social media channels for updates. "And that's a look at the road ahead in Sandy Springs. Be sure to follow us on social media for updates on everything happening in this city," another city staff member said.
