MAWSS reports on Sanitary Sewer Overflows 06-18-25

June 18, 2025

MAWSS reports on Sanitary Sewer Overflows caused by heavy rain

MOBILE, Ala. — Mobile Area Water & Sewer System (MAWSS) responded to numerous Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSO) on June 17. The overflows were caused by heavy rain.

Locations showing trace evidence of an overflow are listed below:

Location	Estimated Gallons	Receiving Water
766 Johnston Ave.	23,500	Eslava Creek
1102 Gimon Circle	7,500	Eslava Creek

Dr. Kevin Michaels, Health Officer for Mobile County, advises area residents to take precautions when coming into contact with any standing water that may have accumulated as a result of these overflows. Those who have come into direct contact with untreated sewage are advised to wash their hands and clothing thoroughly.

Area residents should take precautions when using Eslava Creek for recreational purposes because of these overflows. All seafood harvested in this general area should be thoroughly cooked before eating. People should wash their hands after cleaning seafood and before preparing food.