Storm Drainage vs. Sanitary Sewer

This infographic shows differences between stormwater infrastructure and wastewater infrastructure. More information below.

 

Stormwater vs Household Wastewater diagram. Stormwater flows from a storm drain to a storm drainage pipe. Untreated rainwater flows to creeks and lakes. Wastewater flows to a sanitary sewer pipe to a wastewater treatment plant. Treated wastewater is discharged to creeks and lakes.