That old saying is especially true when it comes to used motor oil and our local water supplies.
It is estimated that American households improperly dump about 193 million gallons of used motor oil every year. That oil could leak into storm drains and eventually contaminate our rivers, creeks, lakes and aquifers.
Recycling used motor oil reduces this pollution threat.
Did you know that the City of San Antonio operates a permanent drop-off location for recycling used motor oil and other hazardous household chemicals?
For a list of drop-off requirements, please visit sa.gov/swmd.