Report a spill or pollution entering Austin's storm drains or waterways to 3-1-1. Field investigators respond to your reports 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Time is of the essence!

It is very important to report pollution problems while they are in progress or as soon as possible. This allows for a rapid response and the identification of the pollution and the source.

What to Report

Any of the following can pollute our waterways if dumped illegally or if equipment is cleaned improperly. 

  • Chemicals
  • Food Grease
  • Paint
  • Petroleum products, such as motor oil, gasoline, diesel or jet fuel
  • Sediment/Mud
  • Soap
  • Trash and debris
  • Wastewater
     

When making a report, be prepared to provide:

  • A description of the potential pollution 
  • The location of the problem 
  • The source of pollution or the person(s) responsible, if known 
  • When the pollution problem was observed 

Make Your Report

There are three options:

  1. Call 3-1-1 or 512-974-2000
  2. Report it online (Service type is Environmental Spills)
  3. Use the 3-1-1 App