During recent smoke testing to check for illegal connections in our sewer system, we found missing or damaged cleanout caps on private sewer laterals. These caps are critical because they prevent stormwater and surface water from entering the sewer system, which can overwhelm infrastructure and lead to spills.

If your cleanout cap is missing, don’t worry, LWD is replacing them at no cost as a courtesy. But remember: leaving them off in the future may be a violation of District rules.

Major construction is scheduled to begin on Monday, July 21, and is expected to last for approximately 4 weeks.

During this period, Piraeus Street will be closed to through traffic between Olympus Street to Plato Place, Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 3 PM.

Please plan accordingly and follow posted detour signs for alternate routes. We appreciate your patience during this important infrastructure project.

We’ve been finding a lot of wipes in the sewer system around Old Leucadia—specifically north of Leucadia Blvd and east of Vulcan Ave.

While labeled “flushable” they are not and they do not break down. They clog pipes, damage equipment, and can cause messy (and expensive) backups.
Only toilet paper should go down the toilet. All wipes - baby wipes, cleaning wipes, makeup wipes - belong in the trash.

Help us keep things flowing smoothly. Thanks for doing your part!

We are proud to announce a major operational milestone - five consecutive years without a single sewer spill!

This achievement underscores our unwavering commitment to system reliability, proactive maintenance, and environmental protection. LWD’s dedicated Field Services team works tirelessly to keep our system running smoothly, inspecting and maintaining over 200 miles of pipeline to prevent overflows and disruptions.

Our Field Services team has gone 3 full years without a single vehicle accident while logging over 10,000 hours annually on the road.

The Field Services team of 13 professionals operating 8 vehicles and logging over 10,000 hours on the road each year. This achievement is a testament to their skill, vigilance, and commitment to safety.

A big shoutout to Ryan Rodriguez, Field Services Technician, for 10 years of dedicated service at LWD! From emergency responses to routine inspections, Ryan plays a key role in keeping our community’s wastewater system running smoothly-and safely.

Thank you, Ryan, for your hard work, expertise, and commitment over the past decade!

Starting this month, LWD's office will close at 4:30 PM on Fridays. This change applies to Fridays only - all other weekday hours will remain the same.

We’re committed to continuing to provide high-quality service and support to our community. For emergency services outside of business hours, please call (760) 753-0155.

Thank you for your understanding!

In observance of the July 4th holiday, the District will be closed this Friday, July 4. For wastewater emergencies during this time, please call (760) 753-0155.

Wishing you and your family a happy and safe 4th of July!