Sewer
Sewer Emergencies
If you have a sewer emergency or see sewage overflowing into the street or onto the ground:
During business hours - Contact TCPUD at (530) 583-3796
Outside of Business Hours and On Holidays - Contact TCPUD's emergency answering service at (530) 546-1215
About the Sewer Utility
TCPUD ensures public health and environmental protection while collecting and exporting wastewater through the continuous implementation of best practices in preventive maintenance, infrastructure renewal, and emergency response. TCPUD owns/operates hundreds of miles of sewer collection pipelines.
If you have questions about disconnecting or canceling sewer services, view the sewer services abandonment checklist (PDF - 0.1MB)
TCPUD Service Area Map:
Sewer Resources
- Sewer Regulations and Requirements
Sewer Ordinances
This ordinance contains the rules, regulations, rates and charges governing the use, operation and management of the District sewer system facilities. Read the Sewer Ordinance (PDF - 1.3 MB).
Fats Oils and Grease (FOG) Reduction Program
TCPUD has revised and adopted a FOG control program to reduce the potential for sewer overflows as a result of clogged pipes. Learn about the FOG Program.
- Sewer Documents and Reports
Sewer System Management Plan:
The Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP) is a comprehensive plan that details the activities and strategies used to manage sewer collection.
- Why Am I Paying Two Sewer Bills?
Homeowners and businesses in the North Tahoe/Truckee Region pay a sewer fee to their local collection and transport organization, as well as to the Tahoe-Truckee Sanitation Agency. Sewer Bill Fact Sheet (PDF - 2.5 MB).
- Additional Information and Resources