The Brief The Clearwater Adopt-a-Drain program allows local residents to claim neighborhood storm drains to prevent severe flooding. Clearwater recently started the Adopt-a-Drain program to allow residents to claim a storm drain and commit to keeping it clean. Clearwater storm drain programWhat we know:The goal is to have these drains clear year-round, but before it rains is the most important time. This program helps prevent flooding by making sure storm drains can actually drain when it rains. Municipal storm drain maintenanceThe other side:Some question why the city needs volunteers when the public works department exists.