When we are children, we are sometimes told “No potty talk,” but at King County Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD), we believe in more educational potty talk! Most people don’t think about what happens to all the water that gets flushed down a toilet, goes down a sink, or flows into a storm drain on our…
Do you love to geek out on all things wastewater? Well, we do! Occasionally, we get requests for King County sewer “gear”. Here’s some of our favorite blasts from the past and present: Toilets aren’t Trash Cans! For those who love to help spread the word that the only thing people should flush is human…
Did you know plumbers refer to the day after Thanksgiving as “Brown Friday” because of the uptick in business they get from feast-clogged pipes and sewer lines? Fats, oils and grease (also known as “FOG”) can cause major home plumbing issues – as well as problems in the sewer system. Just as fatty foods clog arteries,…
Did you know you have sewer equipment you’re responsible for taking care of? And it’s not just plumbing. Every house or building has a sewer pipe that connects it to the larger sewer system. Often called a “side sewer”, your house sewer pipe can be made out of clay, iron, plastic, concrete or brick depending…
When wastewater comes into the Carnation Wastewater Treatment Plant, it first passes through a process that removes larger particles like trash and grit from the water. Next, the water flows through a process that involves tanks containing membranes. These membranes are fine filters (like spaghetti) that only allow water molecules to flow through. When staff…
Pumpkins are synonymous with autumn and Halloween🎃. With Halloween around the corner, we wanted to offer a friendly reminder not to put the seeds and insides down your kitchen sink as you’re carving your jack-o’-lantern. Even if you use a garbage disposal, the innards can clog your pipes leading to an expensive unscheduled plumber’s visit…
Today, local industries are known for being a source of jobs, not pollution. That’s because our Industrial Waste Program inspectors work closely with local businesses to protect our water quality. The Georgetown Brewery is one example of how we work with facilities to make sure the wastewater they send to the sewers won’t cause problems.
We care about our customers and Puget Sound. That’s why we’re offering Natural Yard Care workshops to help you turn your yard into a dream-not a nightmare.
You’ve been up since 6 a.m. to get the turkey, turducken, or tofurkey in the oven. You’re sleep deprived after staying up late to bake pies and clean the house for holiday guests. Now it’s 7 p.m. The guests are gone. You’ve eaten a lot, laughed a lot, and you’re ready to call it a day.…
While retailers welcome Black Friday as one of their busiest shopping days of the year, many plumbers now refer to the day after Thanksgiving as “Brown Friday” for the uptick in business they get from feast-clogged pipes and sewer lines. When it comes to problems in home plumbing as well as our regional sewer system,…
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