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WASTEWATER
At the other end of the water
system, wastewater treatment plants clean the
wastewater and recycle it as reclaimed water
for irrigation. The use of reclaimed water
enhances and helps preserve Florida's water
supply for the future.
Raw
sewage is collected and pumped through
force mains to the treatment facility.
Larger particles such as rags and grit
are removed before sending the sewage
to the oxidation ditches for treatment.
Microorganisms use the sewage for food
and produce a stabilized sludge. The
sludge is pressed into a cake-like
substance. The monthly average for 2006 was 654 tons at a 12% solids. These solids are then transported by a contractor to the Volusia County Landfill for advanced treatment.
The liquid, or effluent, is filtered, then treated before it is sent
out as Public Access reclaimed water for irrigation purposes. Currently,
Seminole County has 122 reclaimed water commercial customers in the
Lake Mary and unincorporated Seminole County area, including a car wash. With an average daily flow
of about 3 million gallons a day, this helps us conserve the potable
water for drinking purposes. By February 2008 there will be an addition of approximately 922 residential customers. |
Effluent before
and after treatment
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There are no announcements posted at this time. |
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Wastewater
500 West Lake Mary Blvd
Sanford, FL 32773-7499
Phone: (407) 665-2010
E-mail
Environmental Services
500 West Lake Mary Blvd
Sanford, FL 32773-7499
Phone: (407) 665-2000
Fax: (407) 665-2019
E-mail
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