The City of Clinton, Missouri is provided sanitary sewer service by CITY OF CLINTON WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT. Day to day operations is under a contract with ALLIANCE WATER, which is a national water system & wastewater system consulting firm. This service is provided within the city limits of Clinton.
For information on service, hook up details or general information, please contact them at 660-885-6611.
Community Flushing Recommendations
Only Flush the 3 Ps: Human waste and toilet paper are the only items that should go down the toilet.
No Wipes, Even "Flushable" Ones: Wipes (baby, disinfecting, facial) do not break down and cause major sewer system clogs.
Prohibited Items: Never flush grease/oil, dental floss, cotton swabs, sanitary products, diapers, bandages, cigarettes, or cat litter.
Medicine Disposal: Do not flush unused or expired medications; use Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) drug take-back programs instead.
"When in Doubt, Throw it Out": If it is not toilet paper or waste, put it in the trash.
Following these guidelines protects against expensive home plumbing repairs and sewage backups in the community
What to do after hours with a backup?
Immediate After-Hours Actions:
Call the City Immediately: Do not call a plumber first, as they cannot fix city-side issues and you may incur unnecessary costs. Call the emergency municipal number (what number?) to report the backup.
Stop Water Usage: Turn off all plumbing fixtures. A clogged main sewer line means any water used in the home will backup, potentially worsening the situation.
Safety First: Turn off electricity to affected areas if it is safe to do so. Avoid entering standing, contaminated water.
Secure the Area: Keep children and pets away from contaminated areas.
After Reporting the Emergency:
Identify Responsibility: If the blockage is in the city's main line, crews will clear it. If it is in your private lateral pipe (between the house and the city main), you will need to call a plumber.
Cleanup Procedures: Immediately remove water and soiled items (carpet, furniture) using wet/dry vacuums.
Disinfect: Clean affected areas with detergent and sanitize with a 10% bleach solution.
Document Damages: Take photos and keep receipts for cleanup costs, as some cities offer reimbursement or have no-fault damage policies.
Compost Site
ALLOWED ITEMS
- Wood, Branches and Leaves
- No plastic or non-biodegradable objects.
Commercial Composter Permit
Pursuant to Sec. 42-28 of the Clinton City Code: Commercial Lawn Care Services must apply for a Commercial Compost Permit to use the City of Clinton Compost Site. The permit shall commence on October 1 of each year and shall expire on September 30 of the year following the date of issuance. The amount collected for a permit issued after April, shall be prorated by 50 percent as to the amount due for an entire 12-month period.
NO mulch or wood chippings will be accepted. The composting facility shall receive only grass clippings, leaves, limbs (less than 4 in. in diameter), brush, garden vegetation and similar yard wastes that originate from properties within the city limits of Clinton. Failure to comply is unlawful and will result in fines and loss of privileges.
