Find out about the problems marine sewage can cause in coastal waters.

Steps marina operators can take to protect coastal waters. For additional ideas on how your marina can help protect water quality, check out our manuals on Best Management Practices for N.C. Marinas and Stormwater Best Management Practices. 

Steps boaters can take to protect coastal waters. DCM's new Boaters' Guide offers more tips (PDF file).

The state awards grants to public and commercial marinas for pumpout stations. Get the application and guidelines here.

View a list of marinas with pumpout stations.

This voluntary program encourages marinas to safeguard the environment through management and operations techniques.

View a list of marinas that have earned the Clean Marina designation