New York Sea Grant's
Marina Pollution Prevention Web Site

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While marinas and recreational boating are relatively minor contributors to water pollution problems, this does not mean they do not have the potential to cause problems.  This is especially true when large numbers of boats congregate in small embayments or poorly flushed waterways.  Although the overall contribution of marinas and boating activity to water pollution may be small, there are a number of good reasons why marina operators and others involved with the marine industry should be concerned with pollution prevention.