Friends of the Rouge
650 Church Street Suite 209, Plymouth, MI 48170
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Water Conservation

Household water conservation, particularly during times of rain or snow melt, reduces risks of…

Combined sewer overflow (CSO) discharging raw sewage

Combined sewer overflow (CSO) discharging raw sewage

Basement sewer backup

When it rains, think twice about doing the laundry or taking a shower.  Holding off for even a few hours helps keep sewage out of the Rouge and out of your basement.

In and Around the Home

Minimize indoor water use during wet weather

Properly dispose of household hazardous waste and medications

Car Care

Keep vehicles maintained so they don’t leak oil or other fluids (CC BY 2.0) Christopher Sessums

Wash your car on the lawn or at a commercial car wash

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On Your Own

What you do in your yard can make a big difference to the health of the river and our whole ecosystem.