Streets Maintenance
Program
Drainage Maintenance
 The
Drainage crew maintains the City's storm drain system and creeks in order to keep
them free from debris and obstruction. This maintenance is important to ensure the flow of storm drain
water. Maintenance staff also strive to preserve natural habitats.
As a result, some creeks and waterways are not cleared.
In
addition, the City's street sweepers provide
for the removal of contaminants from the City's streets before they are able
to reach our local creeks. Other benefits we receive from the Street
Sweeping Program include the removal of annoyances arising from the
accumulation of dirt and other debris, and promoting safety and compliance with the National Pollution
Discharge Elimination System (N.P.D.E.S.). In
order for our residents to receive these benefits, our sweeper operators
sweep residential areas twice a month and arterial roadways once a
week. Please remember that keeping San Ramon's streets clean is a big
job for the City's street sweepers, and never more so than in the fall, when
trees turn golden and shed their leaves. Sometimes, leaves piled in gutters
can clog the street sweeper because they can contain articles that may damage the
sweepers. As a result, the sweepers will bypass large mounds of
debris. Fallen leaves should be placed in the appropriate green waste
container and placed at the curb for pick-up or be used for composting.  If you would like information regarding home composting visit our
Home Composting page.
Please
remember that, generally, v-ditches and pipes on private property are the
responsibility of the homeowner. During winter storms, some flooding
can occur if v-ditches are not properly maintained. Bear in mind
that keeping v-ditches clear of debris allows water to remain in the
existing system and away from inhabited areas.
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