WWTP

The Waste Water Treatment Plant operates 24 hours, 365 days of the year. If your home or business experiences a sanitary sewer back-up, please call.

Facts:

The North Olmsted Waste Water Treatment Plant (NOWWTP) is owned and operated by the city of North Olmsted. It is located next to the Cleveland Metropark’s Rocky River Reservation.

The NOWWTP is classified as a Class IV Facility by the Ohio EPA. The Plant utilizes a security gate to provide for restricted access and to deter any unauthorized entry in an effort to protect the facility from potential vandalism and terrorism.

The NOWWTP is responsible for maintaining approximately 550,000 lineal feet of separate sanitary sewers, and treats an average of over 5 million gallons of domestic sewage each day.

Priorities of the NOWWTP include maintaining water quality, protecting the Rocky River and Lake Erie water shed, , and monitoring streams, as required by the EPA Clean Water Act and Pretreatment Program.

The Sanitary Sewer Crew televises and monitors sanitary sewers and performs ditch cleaning and clearing to maintain a high level of flow and works to prevent flooding.

The North Olmsted Waste Water Treatment Plant won the Zimpro Overall Plant of the Year Award for 1995, defeating over 2,500 nationwide competitors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who do I contact if my tap water is rusty or contaminated?

The WWTP does not supply water to your home. You need to contact the Cleveland Water Department at 216-664-3060.

Who do I contact if dirty water is coming up in my sink, bath tub, utility sink?

Contact the WWTP at 440-777-1881.

Who do I contact if I detect a "rotten egg" odor coming from my garage drain or another drain in my home?

First try pouring soapy water or bleach water down the drain. If that does not resolve the problem, call the WWTP at 440-777-1881.

What should I do if water is coming up around the base of my toilet?

Call a plumber. It is possible the wax sealing ring needs to be replaced.

What should I do if I have water coming up by my basement sump pump or crock?

First, make sure the power is on and the sump pump is working properly and/or call a plumber. If this occurs during a storm event, call the Service Department at 440-777-8000.

Anyone experiencing a sanitary back-up or standing water in their sinks, bathtub or shower can call the WWTP at 440 777-1881. The sanitary sewer crew will determine if the main and lateral to your test tee is clear. You will need to contact a plumber to clear your drain pipes of any blockage from your test tee or cleanout to your house.