Water Quality

1. Clean Water Act

   The Clean Water Act was passed in 1972 and provides a framework for regulating pollutant discharges into U.S. water bodies.

2. State & County Laws

   If you dispose of any material in or near creeks you may be guilty of a misdemeanor as set forth in the following State and County codes covered on this page.

3. Storm Drain Atlas

   The following maps show public and private storm drain facilities, including creeks and infrastructure, within the unincorporated urban areas of Santa Barbara County.

4. Storm Water Management Program

   Find information for the Storm Water Management Program.

5. Water Quality Improvements

   Learn about water quality improvement projects.