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Posted by: thepinetree on 02/09/2015 08:41 PM Updated by: thepinetree on 02/09/2015 08:43 PM
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Wipes & Personal Hygiene Products Clog Sewer Lines

San Andreas, CA...Few people know that many baby and adult personal hygiene products marked as “flushable” or “disposable” can cause serious problems for sewage disposal systems. Blockages caused by these products can cost homeowners and public agencies thousands of dollars in repairs. The Calaveras County Water District is asking for the community’s help in keeping sewer lines clear. Toilet paper is designed to break down, so it can pass through pump stations and move easily through sewer lines. Many products marked as “flushable” and “disposable” do not break down and can cause clogs in pump stations and collection systems. While these products may be advertised as convenience items that can easily be disposed of in toilets, they should not be flushed...




The following items should never be flushed into the sewer system:
Disinfecting/surface wipes
Mop or “Swiffer” refills
Baby wipes
Paper towels
Jewelry wipes
Pet care wipes
Cosmetic wipes
First aid wipes
Disposable diapers or diaper liners
Bio-pads (nursing home, home health care)
Cotton swabs
Feminine hygiene products
Toilet cleaning pads
Any moist towlette
Please dispose of these items in the trash, not the toilet. CCWD appreciates the help with this ongoing issue. For more information, go to www.ccwd.org or call (209) 754-3543.


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