Wastewater

The items below can cause severe clogging in your home’s wastewater plumbing system and could contaminate our water system. Remember, if it’s not toilet paper, it will not break down easily and can restrict flow, combine with other things in the sewer, and lead to blockages. 

Items you should never flush

• Disposable or flushable wipes: Watch the video below to learn how these impact our sewage systems. 
• Floss
• Tampons and feminine pads
• Disposable diapers
• Band-aids
• Grease, oil, and fat
• Paper towels
• Medication: take unwanted or expired medication to your local pharmacy for appropriate disposal. Flushing medication and pills can be harmful to the environment.
• Condoms
• Needles: Learn how to dispose of needles safely
• Cat litter
• Cotton balls and swabs
• Cigarette butts
• Household waste: Cleaners, disinfectants, chemicals, and paint thinners are household hazardous waste—learn how to dispose of them safely. 

Sanitary Sewer Use By-law

Norfolk County’s Sanitary Sewer Use By-law regulates wastewater discharges to protect the environment and ensure the well-being of our community.

Wastewater treatment

Norfolk County operates five wastewater treatment systems:

• Delhi  Wastewater Treatment System
• Port Dover Wastewater Treatment System
• Port Rowan Wastewater Treatment System
• Simcoe Wastewater Treatment System
• Waterford Wastewater Treatment System