Waterford’s wastewater collection system is designed to convey water and waste from homes, businesses, schools and other public and private buildings to wastewater treatment plan where it is then treated. Every time a toilet is flushed or a shower is turned on, the water goes through a system of pipes and lift stations operated and maintained by the City.
F.O.G. – Fats, Oils, and Grease
They’re bad for your home’s plumbing and the City’s Wastewater Collection System
Did you know?
Grease in a liquid form may not appear harmful, but as the liquid cools, it thickens and can form a residue on the interior of pipes. This hardened grease can block a sewage line completely. A small amount of grease in your household drains and pipes can cause blockages in the plumbing and could potentially cause a sewage overflow in your home or yard.
What is at stake?
Grease-related problems can cause sewage backups and overflows that are messy, costly, and a potential threat to you and your family’s health, and the environment The City of Waterford wants to help citizens stop the problems associated with grease before they occur.
What can you do?
Here are some ways you can help protect the environment, your plumbing, and Waterford’s Wastewater Collection System:
• Never pour grease down sink drains or toilets.
• Scrape grease and food scraps from all dishes into a can or the trash for disposal.
• Use strainers in sinks to catch food scraps and other solids, and empty the strainers into the trash for disposal.
• Do not put grease or greasy food in your home garbage disposal. Garbage disposals simply shred solid material into smaller pieces and do not prevent grease from going down the drain.
• Wipe dishes prior to washing. Do not rely on commercial additives in detergents to dissolve grease.
• Help spread awareness by sharing these tips with family, friends, and neighbors.
For more information, call Public Works Wastewater Treatment Division at (209) 874-4094.
English
Arabic
Chinese (Simplified)
Dutch
French
German
Italian
Portuguese
Russian
Spanish