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Tree roots can wreak havoc on sewer pipes, causing blockages and damage that lead to costly repairs. Recently, the LWD team discovered a tree root growing inside a sewer main line, highlighting the importance of keeping roots out of both sewer mains and homeowner laterals.

Our Field Service Technicians diligently check and clean manholes and lines to prevent such issues. Homeowners can help by planting trees away from sewer lines and inspecting their laterals every other year. Together, we can protect our sewer system and ensure smooth, uninterrupted service for all.

Did you know?!

The world’s first wastewater treatment plant was built in Worcester, Massachusetts, in 1890, revolutionizing urban sanitation and public health.

Read more in our Fall 2024 newsletter here: https://www.lwwd.org/community-info/newsletters

A very happy Thanksgiving from the District to you and your family🦃

Remember to not pour any oil down the drain. Let it cool, than in the trash.

You don't need a sewer backup in the house during that great dinner!

The Important Role of Wastewater Epidemiology in San Diego County

Wastewater epidemiology is a relatively new scientific approach to help us find disease outbreaks early on by detecting viruses in wastewater. We learned more about this new method during the COVID-19 pandemic, because it allowed our local health officials to use this tool to spot COVID-19 problem areas and take preventive measures to protect the public. In addition, this method is found to be non-invasive and affordable, providing more complete health information than other methods.

Commitment to Sustainability: LWD’s Continued Focus on Non-Potable Reuse

Following our Spring 2024 newsletter on potable reuse, it’s important to highlight LWD’s current focus and plans. While potable reuse is an innovative and essential solution for many regions, LWD remains dedicated to its successful non-potable reuse initiatives, with no foreseeable plans to implement a potable reuse project. Instead the District continues to operate its Gafner Water Recycling Facility, which plays an essential role in providing high-quality recycled water for irrigation.

2024 Water Career Day:
Inspiring Future Industry Professionals

The Leucadia Wastewater District, in partnership with the Olivenhain Municipal Water District and San Elijo Joint Powers Authority held its first ever Water Career Day on October 10th.

The event took place at the San Elijo Water Campus in Cardiff and nearly 100 high school and junior college students, as well as military veterans attended. The goal of event was to create an awareness of the exceptional career opportunities that are available in the Wastewater and Water Industry.

The Fall 2024 Downstream Newsletter is in your mailboxes! Read it here and sign up to receive the digital edition in the future.

Downstream Fall 2024 Newsletter: https://www.lwwd.org/sites/default/files/2024-11/LWD%20Fall%202024%20Newsletter_.pdf

Happy Veterans Day! 🇺🇸 Our District is incredibly grateful to all military men and women who have served - and continue to serve - our community, a few of which are part of our team. Thank you to all veterans for your sacrifice to keep us safe!

The District will be closed, Monday November 11, 2024 in recognition of the #VeteransDay Holiday.

Capture the beauty of fall in Encinitas, Leucadia, and South Carlsbad! Share your stunning seasonal photos using #DISTRICTPhoto, and you could be featured in our newsletter or on our social media pages.

Photo by Andrew Lissner of Encinitas

#LWD #CommunityPhotography