water pollution

Pollution Roads, highways, and bridges are a source of significant contributions of pollutants to our nation's waters. Contaminants from vehicles and activities related to road and highway construction and maintenance are washed from roads and roadsides when it rains or snow melts. A large amount of this runoff pollution is carried directly to water bodies.(Urban Industry 1) Runoff pollution is that associated with rainwater or melting snow that washes off roads, bridges, parking lots, rooftops, …

…Examples of best management practices for roads, highways, and bridges include: Avoid highway locations that require numerous river or wetland crossings (to achieve the Management Measure for Bridges). Coordinate erosion and sediment controls with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), the American Association of State Transportation Officials (AASHTO), and state guidelines (to achieve the Management Measure for Construction Projects). Collect and remove road debris and repair potholes (to achieve the Management Measure for Operation and Maintenance).