A method of conveying and purifying fluids including stormwater by passing fluid through an assemblage of tires fastened together by physical and chemical means, and an apparatus for carrying out the same method, are disclosed.The apparatus according to the invention comprises a series of axially aligned used tires help together by adhesive and metal or plastic bands. Organic or inorganic filters at each end of the assemblage serve to further purify the fluid and reduce the possibility of insect breeding within the filter.