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Mobile Area Water & Sewer System (MAWSS) responded to a wastewater overflow on March 28, 2025 at 1230 Hillcrest Rd. Approximately 465 gallons of wastewater overflowed due to a grease blockage. MAWSS crews took quick action and reclaimed 315 gallons of the overflow; approximately 150 gallons went into Milkhouse Creek. MAWSS crews have cleared the blockage and are taking steps to prevent further overflows at this location.
Grease blockages occur when foods containing fats, oil or grease are put down the drain. MAWSS provides free containers for grease recycling. To learn more visit www.itseasytobeungreasy.com.
This overflow was reported by a concerned citizen.
What We Are Doing
Grease Blockage
By participating in our grease recycling program, you can do your part to protect the environment and guard against costly sewer problems. For a list of our It’s Easy to be Ungreasy recycling locations, click on the site: https://itseasytobeungreasy.com/
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