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Construction Site Runoff Is Prohibited.

Runoff carries sediment and other pollutants to storm drains and is discharged into local waterways, including lake Erie.

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Report Sewer Problems Immediately.

We stand ready to respond to emergencies.

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Experiencing Sewer-Related Problems?

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WPC customer service representatives assist the public with sewer-related concerns and they interpret and explain services. Customer service representatives also distribute permits and are liaisons between the public and WPC specialized units, such as Engineering inspectors and sewer maintenance crews.

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Current Projects

Buhrer Avenue Sewer Project

This project consists of replacing approximately 1,150 feet of combined main sewer on Buhrer Avenue between West 14 Street and 1,150 feet east.

West 38th Street Combined Sewer Replacement

This project consists of replacing approximately 360 feet of existing combined main sewer on West 38 Street located 360 feet north of Woodbine Avenue.

Brookside Blvd. Sewer Project Phase 2

This project consists of replacing approximately 290 ft of existing combined main sewer on Brookside Boulevard, installing approximately 650 ft of storm catch basin relief sewer on Brookside Boulevard north of Courtland Avenue, installing approximately 640 ft of storm catch basin relief sewer on

Date Started: 11/04/2024

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Education

Protecting the environment and health of Cleveland residents and visitors is vitally important to Water Pollution Control (WPC). Therefore, an educated and informed community is crucial to the success of our efforts as the city’s stormwater manager.

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Stormwater Management

Water Pollution Control (WPC) is the stormwater manager for the City of Cleveland and is responsible for overseeing matters relating to the elimination, control and regulation of water pollution within the city limits. WPC controls water pollution with a series of proactive measures, including sewer maintenance operations, capital improvement projects, enforcement of discharge regulations and public education.