Force main failure at South Cross Bayou Water Reclamation Facility
Joe's Creek impacted
A 30-inch force main at South Cross Bayou Water Reclamation Facility collapsed around noon today which resulted in raw sewage flowing into the plant’s stormwater basin. The spill overflowed the basin and entered Joe’s Creek.
Posted 06/13/13

Temporary reclaimed water shut down impacts Isle of Palms residents in Treasure Island
To minimize any potential damage if the reclaimed water line gets hit by construction activity, reclaimed water service to Isle of Palms will be turned off from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. through the end of June.
Posted 06/10/13

Temporary reclaimed water shut down impacts Isle of Palms residents in Treasure Island
To minimize any potential damage if the reclaimed water line gets hit, reclaimed water service to Isle of Palms will be temporarily shutdown starting Wednesday, May 29, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The services will be restored from 7:01 p.m. to 6:59 a.m. each day for the duration of this construction activity.
Posted 05/29/13

Reduced reclaimed water availability
Changes scheduled to begin May 28, 2013
To alleviate the risk of running out of reclaimed water, action is being taken to reduce daily system demands. Beginning Tuesday, May 28, Pinellas County reclaimed water customers will have reclaimed water available two days per week for irrigation in 24-hour intervals beginning at 12:01 a.m.
Posted 05/23/13

Water system maintenance program set to begin
The method of water treatment utilized by Pinellas County and its wholesale customers will be temporarily modified between May 29 and June 17, 2013. This short-term change from chloramine to chlorine disinfection is a routine maintenance measure designed to optimize water quality.
Posted 05/23/13

Keeping garbage dry important to operations
Residents urged to "put a lid on it"
As we enter the rainy season, citizens are being urged to take precautions to keep garbage dry once it’s been set out for collection.
Posted 05/08/13

March 11 and 12 invoice issues for Clearwater/Largo
The Pinellas County Utilities invoices from March 11 and 12 were on a postal truck that caught fire after being involved in an accident on I-75 near Pinehurst, Georgia. The truck contained some first class mail destined for Tampa Bay.
Posted 04/23/13

Planned reclaimed water outage in south Pinellas County
All south Pinellas County reclaimed water customers in the service distribution area of South Cross Bayou Water Reclamation Facility will be without reclaimed water service for up to 48 hours beginning Friday morning, April 19. Service is expected to be restored by Sunday morning, April 21 at the latest.
Posted 04/17/13

Update on daytime reclaimed water outages in Isle of Capri
Continues through March 29.
The temporary reclaimed water shutdowns in Isle of Capri will continue during daytime construction activity through Friday, March 29. The Treasure Island bridge replacement contractor has encountered a significant amount of concrete rubble in the area where the piles will be driven.
Posted 03/22/13

Daytime reclaimed water outage continues in Isle of Capri
through March 22.
Due to unexpected soil strata encountered by the contractor on the city of Treasure Island bridge replacement project in Isle of Capri, temporary reclaimed water shutdowns will continue during daytime construction activity through Friday.
Posted 03/19/13

Precautionary boil water notice issued
Impacts residents in the area of Wednesday's pipeline repair
Last evening’s water main leak at McMullen Booth Road just north of the railroad tracks near northeast Coachman Road has been repaired. However, Pinellas County has issued a precautionary boil water notice for select residents in the area.
Posted 03/14/13

Continued reclaimed water outage in Isle of Capri
Limited lawn watering available
As part of the city of Treasure Island bridge replacement project in Isle of Capri, temporary reclaimed water shutdowns will continue during construction activity through Friday, March 15.
Posted 03/11/13

Planned reclaimed water outage in Isle of Capri
A city of Treasure Island bridge replacement project in Isle of Capri will result in a temporary reclaimed water outage during construction activity on Monday, March 11.
Posted 03/08/13

Watering schedule email notification
Water shortages can change the watering schedule and non-compliance can result in a fine. The Pinellas County Department of Environment and Infrastructure has the ability to send an email watering restriction notification to customers using up-to-date email addresses.
Posted 02/26/13

Water fluoridation begins March 1
Water fluoridation will begin March 1, 2013 for Pinellas County water customers as well as customers of Clearwater, Pinellas Park, Safety Harbor and Tarpon Springs. The level of fluoride will be adjusted to 0.7 parts per million—a level recommended for optimal dental health.
Posted 02/25/13

Pinellas County drop-off recycling now simpler
All 14 drop-off centers now 'single stream'
Pinellas County’s drop-off recycling centers have made recycling easier by allowing residents to mix the various commodities collected. Previously, certain materials were required to be separated making recycling less convenient.
Posted 01/23/13

2013 Pinellas County Recycling Directory now available
The directory is packed with the latest information about how to recycle in Pinellas County including local options for recycling cans, bottles, paper, cardboard, yard waste, electronics, chemicals, motor oil, cooking oil and more.
Posted 01/16/13

Toss the tinsel, but not the tree
Make the season greener by recycling your Christmas tree
Recycle your Christmas tree so it can be processed into useful mulch. Remember to remove all decorations, including hooks, garland, tinsel and lights. Keep the tree loose, not in a bag or trash can. If you live in an apartment or condo, place your tree near the dumpster, without blocking access to it.
Posted 12/26/12

Pinellas County approves water fluoridation
On Nov. 27, 2012, the Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners approved the addition of fluoride to the Pinellas County water system. The level of fluoride in the drinking water will be adjusted to 0.7 parts per million (PPM). This water fluoridation program will provide a level recommended for optimal dental health which can significantly reduce the occurrences of tooth decay.
Posted 11/28/12

Pinellas County to smoke test sanitary sewers beginning Nov. 27
Pinellas County’s Department of Environment and Infrastructure (DEI) will initiate tests on the sanitary sewer system beginning the afternoon of Nov. 27 to identify pipe defects and unpermitted connections. The testing is conducted by forcing a non-toxic, artificially created smoke down manholes and through sewer pipes to find cracks and other anomalies in the system.
Posted 11/26/12

Watering Schedule E-Mail Notification - Add e-mail address with Online Account Management
Water shortages can change the watering schedule and non-compliance can result in a fine. The Pinellas County Department of Environment & Infrastructure (DEI) sent the first e-mail watering restriction schedule to customers today using up-to-date e-mail addresses.
Posted 10/31/12

Pinellas County Solid Waste touched by an Emmy
The Pinellas County Solid Waste Division has a tenuous connection to The Sopranos, 30 Rock and Modern Family—all Emmy award winners. A documentary called “Away: A Story of Trash” was videotaped at Solid Waste last year and has been nominated for a Suncoast Regional Emmy. The Suncoast Chapter is an official regional chapter within the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences that recognizes excellence in regional television markets.
Posted 10/23/12

Merged departments focusing on core products - Providing services essential to our quality of life
Pinellas County’s new Department of Environment and Infrastructure (DEI) is home to some familiar names to Pinellas County residents. The old Utilities Department, Public Works and parts of Environmental Management now reside under the DEI umbrella as a cohesive group providing critical programs and services.
Posted 10/19/12

Seasonal restrictions for reclaimed water implemented
The seasonal reclaimed water restrictions for Pinellas County Utilities customers will begin on Monday, Oct. 1, in accordance with Pinellas County Code 82-3. From Oct. 1 to Nov. 30, irrigation with reclaimed water supplied by Pinellas County is limited to only three days per week, based on the resident’s home address.
Posted 09/27/12

Heavy rains impacting sanitary sewer system
Customers asked to limit wastewater generation
Recent heavy rains are having a negative impact on Pinellas County’s wastewater treatment facilities, which may result in sanitary sewer system overflows. Pinellas County’s Department of Environment & Infrastructure (DEI) is asking residents to limit unnecessary flushing, showering or clothes washing during these rain events.
Posted 8/22/12

Annual water system maintenance program set to begin
The method of water treatment utilized by Pinellas County and its wholesale customers will be temporarily modified between Sept. 4 and Oct. 5, 2012. This short-term change from chloramine to chlorine disinfection is a routine maintenance measure designed to optimize water quality.
Posted 8/21/12

Keystone Road construction on schedule
With the Keystone Road construction well past the halfway point, the major widening project is on schedule for completion in the summer of 2013. When completed, Keystone Road will have double the current capacity with room for further expansion if needed.
Posted 8/8/12

Water treatment scams use scare tactics
Consumers targeted with free water testing offer
Pinellas County’s Water & Sewer Division is again cautioning customers to beware of companies recommending that a water test be conducted in your home. Increased marketing efforts have been noted by companies that often use scare tactics and misrepresentation to sell a water treatment product.
Posted 8/8/12

Watering schedule returns to two-days-per-week
Phase I water shortage again effective August 1
The Southwest Florida Water Management District voted to let emergency Modified Phase II water shortage restrictions expire today for the Tampa Bay Area. The Water Management District found significant improvements in aquifer and river levels as a result of Tropical Storm Debby and regular summer rains.
Posted 7/31/12

Water main break affecting traffic in Largo
12-inch main is at 8th Ave. SW and Seminole Blvd.
Flooding from a 12-inch potable water main break is blocking southbound traffic at 8th Avenue SW and Seminole Boulevard in Largo. A response crew is on-site working to shut off the water main and City of Largo police are directing traffic around the break.
Posted 7/31/12

Southwest Florida Water Management District declares Modified Phase II Severe Water Shortage Order
On May 9, 2012 the Southwest Florida Water Management District issued an emergency Modified Phase II Severe Water Shortage Order for the Tampa Bay Area.
Posted 5/10/12

Reduced reclaimed water availability
Changes scheduled to begin April 20, 2012
To alleviate the risk of running out of reclaimed water, action is being taken to reduce daily system demands. Beginning Friday, April 20, at 12:01 a.m., Pinellas County reclaimed water customers will have reclaimed water available two days per week for irrigation in 24-hour intervals beginning at 12:01 a.m.
Posted 4/19/12

McMullen Booth Road water main repair complete
The water main leak on McMullen Booth Road has been repaired. Work crews will be backfilling and compacting the excavated area this morning. Paving will begin this afternoon and is expected to be completed by this evening.
Posted 4/11/12

Water main leak affecting McMullen Booth traffic
The southbound lanes of County Road 611–East Lake Road/McMullen-Booth Road—are being closed by approximately 5:00 PM from Tampa Road to Curlew Road due to a water main leak.
Posted 4/10/12

David E. Scott is appointed executive director of Environment and Infrastructure for Pinellas County
County Administrator Robert S. LaSala announced the selection of David E. Scott as executive director of the Department of Environment and Infrastructure for Pinellas County. Mr. Scott is currently the transportation engineer for the Department of Public Works in Norfolk, Virginia. He has served as the director of Public Works for both the city of Baltimore, Md. and the city of Atlanta, Ga.
Posted 4/6/12

2012 Pinellas County Recycling Directory now available
The new Recycle Today: 2012 Pinellas County Recycling Directory has just been released. The directory is packed with the latest information about how to recycle in Pinellas County including local options for recycling cans, bottles, paper, yard waste, electronics, chemicals, motor oil, cooking oil and much more. Find out what’s new in 2012, such as expanded recycling programs for plastics #1-7 in Tarpon Springs, Oldsmar and Gulfport. In addition, pizza boxes and plastic bottle caps may now be recycled.
Posted 1/11/12

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