Reporting Illicit Discharges
An illicit discharge is defined as any discharge to the municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) that is not composed of entirely of storm water. These non-stormwater discharges occur due to illegal connections to the storm drain system from business or commercial establishments. As a result of these illicit connections, contaminated wastewater enters into the storm drains or directly into streams before receiving treatment from a wastewater treatment plant. Illicit connections may be intentional or may be unknown to the business owner and often are due to the connection of floor drains to the storm sewer system. Additional sources of illicit discharges can include failing septic systems, illegal dumping practices, and the improper disposal of sewage from recreational practices such as boating or camping.
Illicit discharge detection and elimination programs are designed to prevent contamination of ground and surface water supplies by monitoring, inspection, and removal of these illegal non-stormwater discharges.
Reporting Illicit Discharge
To report an illegal illicit discharge in North Fayette, please click on the link below to download an
Illicit Discharge Complaint Form (PDF).