Sewer Consent Decree FAQ
The Sewer Services Division of Oakland Public Works is responsible for performing preventive maintenance to over 934 miles of sewer main, ranging from six inches to over 66 inches in diameter.
Smoke Testing is used to detect issues in the sewer. The smoke is non-toxic and non-hazardous and is manufactured specifically for this purpose.
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in collaboration with the California Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) is spearheading an effort to keep the Bay clean
You can find answers to common questions here.
A creek is a watercourse that is a naturally occurring swale or depression or engineered channel that carries fresh or estuarine water either seasonally or year around.
Any project on a creek property may also require approval from other regulatory agencies relating to watershed protection.
You can help avoid sewer overflows, backups and costly repairs at home:
Restaurants and food service establishments can help avoid sewer overflows, backups and costly repairs by following these guidelines
Frequently Asked Questions
Remember, never put leaves, grass clippings, oil or trash into the drainage system! And never dispose of those items in the street, because debris could be swept into the system by storm water.
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