Loading... UNDERSTAND MY BILL HOME CUSTOMER SERVICE ELECTRIC WATER SEWER FINANCE ABOUT EMPLOYMENT CONTACT US Sewer • Biosolids • Fats, Oils • To Flush Or Not • Delegated Review FAQ • Other FAQ Sewer ECU owns and operates 3 waste water treatment plants with a total treatment capacity of 4.9 MGD. ECU has 199 miles of sewer line serving 10,400 retail sewer customers. ECU also utilizes 26 pump stations to transferred sewer to the waste treatment plants. Biosolids The disposal of sludge or biosolids from a wastewater treatment facility can be one of the largest expenses incurred in the treatment of raw sewage. In years past, it was normal practice to dispose of biosolids by burial in landfills. This method is expensive and takes up valuable space. There is a more cost-effective method to dispose of the waste, while also being environmental friendly; that method is land application of the biosolids. Land application has proven a cost-effective method of waste disposal by beneficially recycling organic matter and nutrients and improving soil quality. The nitrogen in this organic fertilizer is primarily organic nitrogen, which is released slowly over time so it is available when the crop needs it. Biosolids also have many other essential elements needed for plant growth. Many area farmers use it for its phosphorus and zinc because these two elements are deficient on many area soils. The use of the biosolids reduces the fertilizer expenses for the farmer as well. You can obtain more information on biosolids and land application from the US Environmental Protection Agency. Fats, Oils & Grease Program Did you know that cooking grease coats pipes similar to the way that fatty foods clog human arteries? Grease as a warm liquid may look harmless. However, as it cools it solidifies and clings to the inside of the pipes and can cause a complete blockage in the sewer line. Residential Pipes clog easier since they are only 2” to 4” in diameter and can cost hundreds of dollars in repair bills because of sewer backups. Think pouring hot water and detergent down the drain after the grease is okay? Think again. This only breaks the grease up temporarily. Disposing of grease down your kitchen sink or flushing it down the toilet can cause messy sewer backups in your home or business and can lead to problems for wastewater treatment plants. To view our Grease Management Program, click here. To Flush or Not To Flush Is it flushable? For sewer systems and wastewater treatment plants, flushing anything other than toilet paper and human waste can wreak havoc on a system. Despite their claim to be flushable, items such as facial tissue, baby wipes, and disposable toilet brushes do not disintegrate at the same rate as toilet paper. Sewer pipes at your home are generally no larger than 4 inches and designed to carry water, human waste and toilet paper. Flushing items other than this creates blockages, clogs pipes and drains and can lead to sewer backups in the home and city streets as well as creates unnecessary problems for wastewater treatment facilities. Below is a list of items that should be put in the trash can, not down the toilet. Facial Tissue Baby Wipes or Flushable Wipes Rags Paper Towels & Napkins Dryer Sheets Disposable Toilet Brushes Cotton Balls Q-Tips Dental Floss Feminine Products Cat Litter Food & Grease Medications (Please see the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Guidelines for disposing of unwanted medications.) Rags found in Utility sewer system with nowhere to go. Rags flushed down customer’s service line ending up in Utility’s main sewer system. Delegated Review Frequently Asked Questions What is the Delegated Review Program (DRP)? What type of projects are covered by the Delegated Review Program? What needs to be included in a DRP submittal Package? What are the DRP fees for Easley Combined Utilities? Where do I get more information on the Delegated Review Program? Other Frequently Asked Questions Q. Are tours of the wastewater treatment plants offered? Q. Does Easley Combined Utilities accept septic tank waste or RV waste? Q. Does Easley Combined Utilities provide any type of storage for cooking grease to properly dispose of? Q. Who do I need to contact with odor complaints? Q. What area do you service with sewer? Q. If I have a sewer problem, who is responsible? 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