Type of Notice: Initial Report
Date of Notice: 02/09/2021

Incident Information
Name of Incident: Jacaranda Blvd and I-75 020821
State Watch Office Case Number: 686
Start of Incident: 02/08/2021 13:30
End of Incident: 02/08/2021 17:00

Incident Description
County utility crews responded to a call regarding a possible sewer leak at Jacaranda road and I75. Initial investigation revealed a 12-inch force main had been damaged by a contractor working in the right-of-way. County crews isolated the force main and completed the necessary repairs. Approximately 15,000 gallons of wastewater spilled on to the adjacent dry retention area. Approximately 15,000 gallons of wastewater was recovered by county contractors. No surface waters were impacted, no sampling required. Clean up and notifications are proceeding per protocol. Risk will be notified to seek recovery from the contractor.

Incident Location
Facility/Installation Name: Venice Gardens WRF Service Area
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Lat: 27.125920, Long: -82.384050
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Impacted Counties: Sarasota

Incident Reported By
Name: Danny Young
Title: Supervisor
Phone: (941) 861-6790
E-mail Address: [email protected]

On-Site Contact
Name: Patricia Niahrt
Phone: (941) 861-6790
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E-mail Address: [email protected]

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