Stormwater & Pollution Prevention

Storm drains do not connect to sanitary sewer systems and treatment facilities. Which means improperly disposed of oil, grass clippings, plastic bottles, and other hazardous and unsightly materials are released directly into our streams and rivers. Find out more below on how you can protect the water and people of the State of Texas.

Illegal Dumping & Illicit Discharges Are A Crime

Help stop illegal dumping and illicit discharges! If you see it, report it to Addison's Environmental Services Official by calling 972-450-2821 or 972-450-2880.

Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4)

Polluted stormwater runoff is commonly transported through municipal separate storm sewer systems (MS4s), and then often discharged, untreated, into local water bodies.

An MS4 is a conveyance or system of conveyances that is:

Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Recycling

To schedule a HHW home pickup, please complete the online form or 972-450-2871.

Stormwater Utility Fee

Addison has established a Stormwater Utility fee which will be used to fund routine maintenance on pipes, storm drain clean outs, and numerous operational activities such as responding to and amending illicit discharges. All of these activities promote a cleaner and healthier water source!

Recycling Made Easy

With residents like you and your conscientious efforts to protect our planet, the Town of Addison is sprouting into a mean, green, environment-friendly machine!

Every Drop Counts

Do you ever wonder where your water comes from or how it gets to your home? Are you curious about how water quality is determined?

Check out our Facts about Texas Water guide to answer these questions and more. The guide also offers some helpful water saving tips as well.