Lansing Wellhead Protection Team

How Farmers Help Protect Our Groundwater

Michigan farmers play a vital role in protecting our groundwater through responsible practices. They implement conservation techniques like filter strips, nutrient management, and irrigation monitoring to ensure clean water for all.
Learn more about these efforts and how they safeguard our water resources here:

https://www.michigan.gov/mdard/environment/rtf/gaamps?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Grow Green: Protect Groundwater While You Garden!

Love gardening? Protect groundwater too! Use natural fertilizers, avoid harsh chemicals, water wisely, and mulch your plants. Healthy gardens and clean groundwater go hand in hand. Let’s grow green and keep our water clean!

Watering strategies to keep a garden productive - Gardening in Michigan click here https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/watering-strategies-to-keep-a-garden-productive

Not all paints are the same!

Latex paint can often be dried out and tossed in the trash, but oil-based paint is hazardous waste and needs special disposal. Use wisely, store safely, and always dispose responsibly!
https://www.epa.gov/system/files/documents/2025-06/household-hazardous-waste_v7_508.pdf

The 172nd Ingham County Fair – A Summer Tradition

Water helps make the county fair awesome! It’s used for washing and watering animals, lemonade, and keeping cool. Protecting our groundwater keeps the fun going!

https://fair.ingham.org/

Did you know?

The City of Lansing’s water travels through ~ 800 Miles of pipes! That’s further than driving to Atlanta, Georgia!

Groundwater Helps Battle the Heat

In hot weather, groundwater helps keep us cool—supplying water for drinking, swimming, and even cooling systems. Stay hydrated and protect this vital resource!

Got old meds?
Don’t flush or toss them in the trash! Drop them off at a disposal site to protect water, wildlife, and people. Find a disposal site near you.

Link🔗: http://michigan.gov/egledrugdisposal

Independence from Pollution: Protecting Groundwater

This 4th of July, celebrate freedom by keeping our groundwater clean! Collect spent fireworks and properly dispose of waste, reducing the chemicals that reach our water sources. True independence means a healthy environment for all.

Summer’s Here! Water Smart
Early morning is best to reduce evaporation and keep your lawn healthy. Avoid midday heat and overwatering.

What Not to Dump: Household Hazards and Disposal Tips for Ingham County!
Keep toxins out of our water! Don’t dump paint, oil, or chemicals down drains. Learn safe disposal tips to protect your home and environment.

Link🔗:
https://docs.ingham.org/Department/Health%20Department/environmental%20health/HHW_Flyer.pdf?t=202312111544430&t=202312111544430