Handle pool water before it becomes a stormwater problem
The City says chlorinated pool water must not be released to the storm-drain system.
Officially sourcedDo not drain chlorinated pool water into a storm drain; follow the City's current dechlorination and discharge instructions.
- If
Water is chlorinated
- Then
Follow the City's current dechlorination guidance before discharge; its published article says to allow 7–10 days without added chlorine and check water conditions.
- If
Discharging to lawn or turf
- Then
Use only a route that avoids erosion, ponding, property damage and runoff leaving the site.
- If
Considering the sanitary sewer
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Follow the current City instructions and confirm the connection point and any rate or flow limits.
- If
Water contains algae treatment, salt, debris or unknown chemicals
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Do not infer that ordinary pool-water instructions are sufficient; ask the relevant City authority.
Never route chlorinated water to a street inlet or storm drain.
Re-check the City's current instructions immediately before discharge.
Official sources and scope notes
- How to Properly Drain Pool Water — City of Oklahoma City