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Sewer Maintenance

The City’s wastewater collection system is managed by the City Department of Public Works and is currently maintained under contract with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works (LADPW). The wastewater collection system consists of approximately 61.8 miles of gravity sewers, 1,400 manholes, and one pump station. All flows from City sewers discharge into Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts (CSD) facilities for conveyance, treatment and disposal. Only a small volume of City sewage flow passes through the adjacent system to CSD trunk facilities. All sewage wastewater generated within the City is treated at the CSD White Sands treatment facilities.

Taking action to reduce sewer overflows, protecting our health, communities, and environment. What can you do to help maintain the sewer system and prevent sewer-related emergencies?

In partnership with the City, LA County Public Works provides sewer maintenance services for the Paramount community.

When sewer systems are not maintained, it can cause blockages, flooding, and pollution. Many sewer-related emergencies can be prevented with your help! These are actions you can take to help Public Works maintain the system and keep yourself and others safe:

  • Maintain house lateral:
    • Avoid pouring Fats, Oils, & Grease down the drain!
    • Have a contractor clean and cut roots out of your lateral on a regular basis
    • Provide regular maintenance for your sewer backwater valve
  • Watch for warning signs of sewer backup:
    • Basement back up through the floor drain or other basement fixtures
    • Debris around the floor drain or in a washtub
    • Periodic slow-running drains or toilets

Contact LA County Public Works immediately at 1-800-675-HELP (4357) if a sewage overflow occurs or any sewer-related emergencies.

CONTACT US:

General Sewer Maintenance comments/questions

626-300-3399

Sewage Overflow HELP line

1-800-675-HELP (4357)

Learn more about LA County Public Works at  

bit.ly/PublicWorks-SMD

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