The City of Douglas Wastewater Treatment Plant reported a spill of wastewater into an unnamed tributary of the Seventeen Mile River. The spill date was 2/25/2020 at 6:40am until 2/25/2020 7:15am. The cause of the spill was high flows due to heavy rains. The spill occurred at the Lift Station located inside the WWTP at 622 Iron Road Douglas, GA 31533. Approximately 7875 gallons were reported. As a precaution, it is recommended that there be no contact with the affected stream water until after 3/10/2020. Samplings of the waterway both upstream and downstream of the spill will be taken to ensure that the water quality has not been adversely affected. Sampling will be conducted for dissolved oxygen concentration, pH, and temperature. Questions may be directed to Kevin Davis, Project Manager 912-389-3444.
