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More than half of the District's sewer backups and overflows are caused by fats, oils and grease (FOG) poured down the drain. FOG builds up in sewer pipes, forming clogs that lead to sewer backups and overflows. When this happens, we experience:

  • Smelly, dirty messes that cause public health and environmental concerns

  • Increased customer sewer rates to cover costs for sewer maintenance and plumbing repairs

  • FOG-related sewer work that costs approximately $3 million each year

Solving FOG-related problems requires everyone’s help. Dispose of FOG the right way. It’s good for your sewer pipes, environment and pocketbook.

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Millions are spent each year to resolve
FOG-related sewer problems.