We All Think Blue
For more than 20 years Think Blue San Diego has implemented innovative, proactive steps to stop pollution before it gets into storm drains. But to keep it that way, we must all dive in and do our part. Reducing stormwater pollution in our neighborhoods and communities is easy when We All Think Blue.
Did You Know
1148
Miles of stormwater system pipes
15
Pump Stations
69
Miles of channels spread throughout the city
1900
Dry weather flows
46023
Storm drains and outfalls
92000
Miles of street sweeping removing 110 tons of trash
73000
Construction sites inspected, investigated and eliminated annually
FY23 Data
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January 23rd, 2026
The @CityofSanDiego’s Stormwater Department works hard every day to protect San Diego residents from flooding by maintaining stormwater infrastructure. 🌧️ But we face many challenges, from an aging system to a changing climate to the need for significant investment. 🛠 🔗 Learn more about the challenges and how you can help at ThinkBlue.org/The-Funding-Challenge. Link in bio. #ThinkBlueSanDiego #SanDiego #SanDiegoFlooding #StormwaterMaintenance
January 21st, 2026
The dedicated employees of the @CityofSanDiego Stormwater Department work hard to ensure clean water and clean beaches. 🎥Watch this video for a snapshot of Think Blue’s code compliance operations. #StormwaterChampions
January 20th, 2026
City of San Diego residents may qualify for a rebate to supplement an investment in rain gutters that help safely manage rainwater. Rain gutters divert rainwater away from structures, reducing ponding water around your foundation. If you have space, you can direct overflow to a rain garden, swale or landscaped area so it can absorb into the ground. The water that flows into the storm drain goes untreated into San Diego’s bays, estuaries and ocean, so joining your neighbors and utilizing this rain gutter rebate will help protect our beaches, water quality and marine life.🍂 🏡 🔗 Visit the link in our bio to check out our Rebate Guide and learn more! #ThinkBlueSanDiego #StormwaterManagement
January 17th, 2026
During a storm, rainfall that is not absorbed into the ground runs through urban areas, collecting pollutants. Stormwater is not treated, and can carry chemicals, trash and other pollutants to reach our waterways. Maintaining stormwater infrastructure helps protect our waterways and communities from pollution and flooding. 🌊 Check out our video to learn more! 🔗 Click the link in our bio to learn more about the importance of stormwater management. #ThinkBlueSanDiego #StormwaterManagement
January 15th, 2026
Simple, everyday actions make a big difference: install mulch to help absorb water and reduce runoff, properly dispose of trash, sign up for a cleanup event and always pick up and properly dispose of pet waste to prevent pollution from entering storm drains! When we work together to conserve water and keep pollutants off our streets, we help protect our local waterways and ocean. 💙 Let’s make 2026 a year of water-smart, Think Blue habits! Check out our video to learn more💧 🔗 Visit the link in our bio for more ways to be water conscious! #ThinkBlueSanDiego #WaterConscious #WaterConservation
January 3rd, 2026
Small choices make big waves! 🌊 This #NationalDrinkingStrawDay, let’s pledge to reduce plastic pollution by swapping out single-use items for reusable ones! 🥤 Choosing a reusable straw, bottle or bag might seem small, but it keeps plastic out of our storm drains, oceans and wildlife habitats. Remember, all stormwater flows UNTREATED to our rivers, creeks, bays and oceans. Every plastic-free choice counts! 💧 Let’s protect our waterways and inspire others to do the same. Make the swap today for a cleaner tomorrow! 💙♻️ @iloveacleansd @sd_coastkeeper @sandiegoriver #ThinkBlueSanDiego #SanDiego #StormwaterPollution #SingleUsePlastic
December 30th, 2025
⚠️🌧️ Storm in the forecast—prepare today! ✔️ Sign up for emergency alerts ✔️ Review evacuation routes ✔️ Pack your go bag with essentials Visit https://www.sandiego.gov/storm-preparedness for full safety tips. #ThinkBlueSD #StormPrep #FloodSmart #StaySafe — ⚠️🌧️ Se pronostica tormenta—¡prepárese hoy! ✔️ Suscríbase a alertas de emergencia ✔️ Revise rutas de evacuación ✔️ Prepare su mochila de emergencia Visite https://www.sandiego.gov/storm-preparedness para más consejos. #PiensaAzulSD #Preparación #FloodSmart #ManténgaseSeguro
December 26th, 2025
@CityofSanDiego residents may qualify for several rebate opportunities this storm season, including: 💧 Rain gutters to allow for stormwater flow into a rain barrel or landscaped area. 💧 Downspout redirects to divert rainwater to landscaped areas. 💧 Rain barrels and cisterns to collect rainwater for future use. 🔗 Learn more and apply at ThinkBlue.org/Tips-and-Resources. Link in bio. #SanDiego #ThinkBlueSanDiego #SanDiegoRebates #RainGutter #RainBarrel
December 24th, 2025
⚠️🌧️ Storm in the forecast—prepare today! ✔️ Sign up for emergency alerts ✔️ Review evacuation routes ✔️ Pack your go bag with essentials Visit https://www.sandiego.gov/storm-preparedness for full safety tips. #ThinkBlueSD #StormPrep #FloodSmart #StaySafe — ⚠️🌧️ Se pronostica tormenta—¡prepárese hoy! ✔️ Suscríbase a alertas de emergencia ✔️ Revise rutas de evacuación ✔️ Prepare su mochila de emergencia Visite https://www.sandiego.gov/storm-preparedness para más consejos. #PiensaAzulSD #Preparación #FloodSmart #ManténgaseSeguro
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Community Partners
Think Blue San Diego is proud to partner with the following organizations to help educate the public on the importance of the stormwater system and conduct cleanup activities throughout the region.
Founded in 1954, this nonprofit aims to inspire San Diegans to actively conserve and enhance the environment through example, outreach and involvement.
This advocacy group helps educate San Diego’s students about watersheds and wildlife, hosts beach cleanups year-round, and pushes for legislation to improve stormwater health.
Solana Center for Environmental Innovation is a San Diego-area 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that envisions a world with landfills and oceans free of discarded resources. To achieve this they empower innovative solutions to climate change through education, community engagement, and research.
Started by a group of concerned citizens 20 years ago, this foundation acts as a steward for the San Diego’s namesake river and is dedicated to making it a truly regional asset valued by all San Diegans.
This organization recently challenged San Diegans to take the “ 52 Ways to Love Your Water” pledge and take small weekly actions to help protect our waterways.