Collection System
Fast Facts

• 210 miles of gravity collection piping.
• 10 “lift stations” that lift the sewage collected in low-lying residential areas to higher gravity collection pipes.
• 3700 manholes.
• 6 operators.
• 2 “jet trucks” for cleaning.
• 1 “rod” truck for cleaning.
• 1 tanker truck for flushing.
• 1 TV truck with camera that can go down as small as 6” lines and as large as 36" lines.

City Responsibilities

The city owns and maintains the mains in the streets. It does NOT own or maintain the service laterals from the main to the home or business. The laterals from the main to the customer’s building is the responsibility of the customer – even that portion under the street.

In the event of a backup, it is most likely in the lateral and is the customer’s responsibility. However, occasionally the main will become plugged. This does not necessarily mean that the city is liable, however. The city has an operator on call 24-hours a day, 365 days a year. A customer may call the emergency number – 769-2241 – and an operator will respond to determine the most likely cause. The customer may also call a plumber and they will call us if they feel it is necessary.

2000-Gallon Tank Truck for Sewer Line Flushing

Portable Generators for Standby Power
at the City’s 10 Lift Stations.

2000 psi Jet Truck With Vacuum Suction for
Sewer Line Cleaning and Debris Removal.

TV Truck with Tractor Camera & 1000 Ft. of Cable

Larry Parsons, Collection Supervisor

Collection Operators - From Left to Right: Ken Davidson, Opr. II, 2.5 yrs.; Scott Schrempp, Opr. III, 20 yrs.;
Darrell Castleberry, Opr. II, 14.5 yrs.; Larry Parsons, Coll.Supr., 22 yrs.;
Tom Steeley, Opr. III, 23.5 yrs.; Scott Steenburgh, Opr. II, 3 yrs.