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Impervious Surfaces & Pollution

Lesson Overview

This lesson highlights impervious surfaces and how water travels differently in a natural vs. urban habitat. Through educational videos, the audience approaches the subject of runoff and its hidden effects. 

Lesson Goals

1. LEARN WHAT IMPERVIOUS SURFACES ARE

2. EDUCATE ABOUT RUNOFF AND ITS IMPACTS

3. LEARN WHAT A RAIN BARREL IS

4. REALIZE WAYS TO MAKE RAIN BARRELS TELL A BIGGER STORY

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What is an Impervious Surface?

They are water-resistant materials, like concrete on sidewalks, asphalt on roads and parking lots, and rooftops. Unlike grass and dirt that absorb water and hold it, impervious surfaces cause water to flow right over it!

How Are Impervious Surfaces Harmful?

Do not allow replenishing of the groundwater and this can cause the water levels to drop

During storm events, the large amount of runoff can overflow streams and break down stream bank walls

Toxic chemicals can be carried directly into streams, wetlands and the ocean

Video

Trash In The Ocean

As water flows through the city, it takes pollutants with it!

Water Pollution Is Worldwide

Listen to the students of Long Beach, California as they describe how urban runoff and water pollution affects them!

Lesson Activity

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  • Storm Drain Art
  • Rain Barrel Art
  • Watershed Murals
  • Cross-Street Banners
  • School Zone Art
  • Climate Art
  • Eco Art Fest
  • GIS
  • Green Jobs 4 Youth
  • Events
  • Online Classroom
  • Team Fish
  • Volunteer
  • LOF Studio
  • Contact

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