When it comes to sanitary sewers and storm drains it’s important to know they are in fact very different. At a glance, you may not be able to tell the difference but it is important to know the difference. To begin with, storm drains are generally located outside while sanitary drains are located inside.
Sanitary Sewer
The sanitary system is a system composed of underground pipes responsible for carrying sewage from bathrooms, kitchens and other inside components to a wastewater treatment plant. Then the raw sewage is filtered, treated and discharged.
Storm Drain
Storm drains on the other hand are designed to drain excess rain water and groundwater from streets and parking lots. The runoff is then carried in underground pipes or open ditches and discharges untreated into local streams, rivers and other bodies of water. Storm drains are typically located on curbs and low-lying outdoor areas. It is not designed to carry sewage or other hazardous waste. In fact, the disposal of hazardous substances or chemicals into the storm sewer system damages the environment. Materials such as oil, cleaners and other household items can at times poison wildlife by getting into their water supply.
When it comes to storm drains and sanitary sewers, Cloud 9 Services emphasizes the importance maintenance to ensure they are running properly. For more information or to request a service contact us today , 407-481-2750, and one of our contractors would be happy to assist you.