If you see suspicious dumping to sewers
Local, State and Federal Ordinances prohibit the introduction of toxic substances to any sewer collection system. This activity presents a danger to the community.
Manholes Should Only Be Opened By Authorized Personnel
DeKalb Sanitary District personnel always drive District vehicles which are clearly marked. City of DeKalb personnel may also open manholes, and their vehicles too are well-identified. Contractors of either government may also legally access manholes. See the DeKalb Sanitary District web site or call 815 758-3513 for the names of contractors authorized to open manholes.
Illegal dumping
Unauthorized discharge to public systems does occur throughout the United States by individuals willing to take the risk for financial gain.
Illegal dumping disrupts the wastewater treatment plant. The introduction of toxic substances can have a significant impact on our biological treatment processes by killing off populations of the bacteria we utilize in removing the organic pollutants commonly found in wastewater.
Make an Anonymous Report
If you observe suspicious dumping, please do not approach the person doing the dumping. Just call us and tell us what you have seen. A description of the vehicle and a license plate number would be very helpful in our subsequent investigation of this local, state and federal criminal activity. You need not give your name.