Baltimore County staff explains what a watershed is and urges residents to keep debris out of streams

A Baltimore County staff member explained what a watershed is and urged residents to prevent debris from entering local waterways.

"What is a watershed? A watershed is all of the land that water flows across, through, or under into the same location, such as a river, stream, or lake," the Baltimore County staff member said. "Think of it as a funnel. All land is part of the watershed, whether it's park, farm, school parking lot, or your backyard. Everyone in the county lives in a watershed."

The presenter said small pieces of debris on sidewalks and other surfaces can be carried by stormwater into community streams. "Even the smallest of debris from sidewalks can eventually flow into community waterways. Drop by drop, water eventually makes its way to the bay," the staff member said, adding: "Keep your Baltimore County watersheds healthy."

The remarks were informational and aimed at helping residents understand how everyday litter and runoff connect to larger water bodies. No formal actions, votes, or legal citations were presented during the remarks.