Sewage Spill

Commonly caused by broken pipes manholes or illegal dumping, a public health hazard for anyone who comes into contact with it.

What to do:

Take pictures to document evidence if possible.

• Note the exact location or source of the spill.
• Note the appearance/ characteristics of the spill.
• Note the time the spill was spotted.

Who to call:

To report a spill, first call your local water and sewer department:

• Atlanta: 404-624-0753
• Dekalb: 770-270-6243
• Gwinnett: 678-376-7000
• North Fulton: 770-640-3066
• South Fulton: 770-969-8046
• Cobb: 770-419-6201
• Forsyth: 770-781-2160 (press 4)

If you cannot contact your local water and sewer department, contact the Georgia Environmental Protection Division at:

404-656-4300 (Metro Atlanta)
1-800-241-4113 (Statewide) 24-hour availability
* Provide your name and contact information, so that a DNR representative can call back for additional information.

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Please also visit these sections:
Fish Kill
Non-sewage Spill
Stream Buffer Destruction
Muddy Water from Construction Sites
Land Use/Zoning Issues
Local Government Contacts