Wastewater Utility

he Wastewater Division is responsible for the proper operation of the wastewater treatment plant and compliance with all State and EPA regulations.

Department Responsibilities Include:

  • Maintain all Town owned sewer mains
  • Jet clean sewer mains
  • Video tape sewer mains
  • Rehabilitate manholes
  • Sewer main locates
  • Sewer line inspections

 BE WATER WISE. Save Water and Money! A leaking toilet can waste up to 500 gallons of water per day. You can reduce your water bill and conserve water by checking for and fixing leaks inside and outside of your property.

 
Wastewater Education

By improving public awareness of wastewater treatment, the Town of Lyons can better protect the infrastructure that provides the wastewater service, which, in part, may save taxpayer dollars. Residents and business owners are responsible for the sewer line extending from their property, so there is a personal vested interest in maintaining the system as well.

Don't Flush It. Trash It.

Most things are not made to be flushed, even if it says it can be. Flushing the wrong materials down the toilet can end up causing serious sewer blockages which cause interruptions to service and expensive damage to wastewater pipes and equipment. Items that should never be flushed are: feminine hygiene products, wipes (even those labeled flushable), condoms, trash, cigarette butts, disposable diapers, pet waste/cat litter, paper towels, cotton swabs, and unused/expired medications. Trash put down the toilet clogs pumps and makes wastewater treatment more difficult. These difficulties can increase the cost of wastewater treatment for the community. Remember toilets are not trash cans!

Holiday Cooking Reminder

Fats, oils and grease are bad for your plumbing and the town's sewer system. Once in the system, fats, oils and grease can harden and cause clogged drains, potentially causing costly repairs for the homeowner. A common myth is that pouring degreaser down the drain can offset the damage done by pouring these contaminants down the drain. That is untrue and it creates a greater environmental issue. Instead, scrape cooled grease and food scraps into a separate container and then put the container in the trash for disposal. This helps prevent grease from damaging pipes. 

As a resident, your help is requested to keep excess fats, oils and greases (FOGs) out of the waste stream. Learn more.