East Canton clean water disconnection program addresses sewer capacity and growth

EAST CANTON, Ohio (UI) — The Stark County Metropolitan Sewer District (SCMSD) has unveiled a crucial solution to the sewer capacity challenge in East Canton. With the village's sewer system operating at maximum capacity, hindering expansion and growth, SCMSD has partnered with the Village of East Canton to introduce the Clean Water Disconnection Program.

This innovative initiative focuses on redirecting clean water connections from homes, effectively freeing up vital sewer capacity for village development.

Clean water, originating from sources like groundwater and stormwater drains, contributes to the strain on the sanitary sewer system. This excess water not only increases operational expenses for water treatment but also conflicts with Clean Water Act guidelines and SCMSD regulations.

To prevent a costly replacement of sewer infrastructure and potential rate hikes, the new program offers eligible sewer customers financial assistance—covering up to 75% of the expenses—to disconnect clean water sources from their sanitary sewer connections. This incentive helps residents reroute sump pumps, eliminate improper drainage connections, and fix leaks, thereby optimizing sewer performance.

The SCMSD team will conduct comprehensive plumbing inspections for all East Canton properties to identify clean water connections. Upon discovery of improper connections, property owners will receive guidance through a notification letter outlining necessary corrective actions and steps to apply for funding.

With a maximum grant of $7,500 per property, the Clean Water Disconnection Program aims to align East Canton's sewer infrastructure with future growth demands while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.

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