Sarasota: Electrical failure leads to a 1,800 gallon sewage spill

Type of Notice: Initial Report
Date of Notice: 03/09/2021

Incident Information
Name of Incident: 1566 Lakewood Ranch 030721
State Watch Office Case Number: 1286
Start of Incident: 03/07/2021 18:15
End of Incident: 03/07/2021 18:45

Incident Description
Utility crews responded to the report of manholes overflowing in the Fruitville Master Lift Station Basin. Initial investigation revealed an electrical failure in the control circuitry that caused the pumps not to operate. Crews were able to restore power to the pumps and stop the spill. The control circuitry was replaced, and the lift station was able to return to normal operations. Approximately 1,800 gallons of sewage spilled into a nearby storm water pond. Nothing was recovered. Sampling is underway. Clean-up and notifications are proceeding per protocol.

Incident Location
Facility/Installation Name: Bee Ridge WRF Service Area
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Lat: 27.35757473351344, Long: -82.4452768632127
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Impacted Counties: Sarasota

Incident Reported By
Name: Victor Carlano
Title: Manager
Phone: (941) 861-6790
E-mail Address: [email protected]

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

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