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Do you know where your septic waste goes after it’s pumped?

It’s processed at the Septage Treatment Plant in Whynott’s Settlement.

Waste items that you may be putting in your toilet or sink can interfere with processing.   

 What doesn’t go in the toilet?

X Feminine hygiene products

X Wipes of any kind

X Cotton balls, Q-Tips and dental floss

X Condoms, Band-Aids and cigarette butts

X Paper towel and facial tissue

X Medication, sharps and needles

X Food and hair

What can go in the toilet? 

The Three Ps:

Pee, Poo and Toilet Paper

          Toilet

What doesn’t go in the sink?

X Items listed above

X Grease, oil and fat

  

Please avoid putting these items down the drain or in the toilet.

Questions? Call (902) 543-2991