Think Blue San Diego

Think Blue San Diego Think Blue San Diego is the educational outreach arm of the ’s Stormwater Department.

The City of San Diego’s Stormwater Department works in all weather conditions to build, maintain and modernize efficient stormwater infrastructure that lays the foundation for safe, sustainable and thriving San Diego communities. This is achieved by safeguarding water quality, reducing pollution and the risk of flooding, pursuing the use of stormwater to enhance water supplies, and protecting and

restoring natural habitats and recreation areas. The Stormwater Department oversees the operation and maintenance of the City’s storm drain system – a massive, largely hidden infrastructure that is critical to San Diego’s quality of life – which includes 43,000 storm drains, 956 miles of pipes, 73 miles of channels, 15 pump stations and 500 major outfalls.

Stormwater management is essential to protecting and preserving clean water, clean beaches and our communities. Think Bl...
06/25/2026

Stormwater management is essential to protecting and preserving clean water, clean beaches and our communities. Think Blue San Diego – the City’s Stormwater Department – works in all weather conditions to build, maintain and modernize efficient stormwater infrastructure that lays the foundation for safe, sustainable and thriving communities.🌧️

🔗To learn more visit www.thinkblue.org/the-funding-challenge/!

Summer is officially here! ☀️🏖️  To draining a pool, spa or fountain into a storm drain, is only allowed if it meets the...
06/22/2026

Summer is officially here! ☀️🏖️

To draining a pool, spa or fountain into a storm drain, is only allowed if it meets these requirements:
✔ pH between 7–8
✔ Dechlorinated & chemical-free
✔ Clear debris from storm drain pathways
✔ Ambient temperature water
✔ Use water for irrigation when possible

These steps help keep harmful pollutants out of our waterways.

👉 Learn more: bit.ly/ThinkBlue-Pools-Spas

🚨 Follow Evacuation Orders 🚨 When authorities say evacuate, don’t delay—it saves lives. Follow guidelines for evacuation...
06/16/2026

🚨 Follow Evacuation Orders 🚨
When authorities say evacuate, don’t delay—it saves lives. Follow guidelines for evacuation to stay safe.
📲 Register for emergency alerts at https://www.alertsandiego.org/en-us/preparedness/alertsandiego.html.

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🚨 Siga las Órdenes de Evacuación 🚨
Cuando las autoridades indiquen evacuar, no lo dude—eso salva vidas. Siga las indicaciones de evacuación para mantenerse a salvo.
📲 Regístrese para recibir alertas de emergencia en: https://www.alertsandiego.org/en-us/preparedness/alertsandiego.html

💨🌧️ Atmospheric Rivers 💨🌧️ Atmospheric rivers are long, narrow “rivers in the sky” that carry huge amounts of water v***...
06/10/2026

💨🌧️ Atmospheric Rivers 💨🌧️ Atmospheric rivers are long, narrow “rivers in the sky” that carry huge amounts of water v***r. They can deliver rainfall equal to the Mississippi River’s flow, causing major floods. Learn more at NOAA.gov and sign up for alerts.

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💨🌧️ Ríos Atmosféricos 💨🌧️ Los ríos atmosféricos son “ríos en el cielo” que transportan grandes cantidades de v***r de agua. Pueden generar lluvias equivalentes al caudal del río Misisipi, causando inundaciones importantes. Aprende más en NOAA.gov y regístrate para recibir alertas.

Happy   🌊🌎Everything that enters storm drains flows untreated directly into our creeks, rivers, bays, beaches and, ultim...
06/08/2026

Happy 🌊🌎
Everything that enters storm drains flows untreated directly into our creeks, rivers, bays, beaches and, ultimately, the ocean. We can all do our part to reduce pollution in our local waterways and protect our oceans.

🔗Visit www.thinkblue.org/tips-and-resources/ -sheets to learn how!

Happy   🌎Protecting our environment starts with us – our habits, actions and behaviors all have a big impact! The people...
06/05/2026

Happy 🌎
Protecting our environment starts with us – our habits, actions and behaviors all have a big impact! The people, wildlife and businesses that inhabit our environment all rely on clean water. 🌊

🔗Visit www.thinkblue.org/tips-and-resources/ -sheets to learn how you can protect our environment!

🧭 Know Your Flood Hazard 🧭 Flooding can happen anywhere—even outside mapped flood zones. Know your risk helps and plan a...
06/02/2026

🧭 Know Your Flood Hazard 🧭 Flooding can happen anywhere—even outside mapped flood zones. Know your risk helps and plan ahead to protect your family.
👉 Visit sandiego.gov/stormwater/floodplain-management for more info.

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🧭 Conozca su riesgo de inundación 🧭 Las inundaciones pueden ocurrir en cualquier lugar, incluso fuera de las zonas designadas. Conocer su riesgo le ayuda a planificar y proteger a su familia. 👉 Visita sandiego.gov/stormwater/floodplain-management para más información.

Why should YOU  ? Clean stormwater benefits everyone:  💧 Better water quality for people and ecosystems  🌧️ Reduced floo...
05/28/2026

Why should YOU ? Clean stormwater benefits everyone:

💧 Better water quality for people and ecosystems

🌧️ Reduced flooding and property damage

🚰 A local water resource that can be captured and reused

🔗 Learn more at thinkblue.org/stormwater-goals

05/26/2026

The dedicated employees of the Stormwater Department work hard to ensure clean water and clean beaches. 🎥Watch this video for to learn more about San Diego’s need for critical infrastructure upgrades.

Remember: Trash left behind can wash into storm drains and pollute our bays, rivers, bays and ocean. 🚯  This Memorial Da...
05/22/2026

Remember: Trash left behind can wash into storm drains and pollute our bays, rivers, bays and ocean. 🚯

This Memorial Day weekend, do your part:
✔️ Pack out what you pack in
✔️ Pick up your trash
✔️ Secure trash in bins with lids

Let’s keep San Diego beautiful and our waters clean this Memorial Day weekend. 💙

Address

9370 Chesapeake Drive, Ste 100
San Diego, CA
92123

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+16195277500

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