Prichard reports on Sanitary Sewer Overflow 06-18-25B
June 18, 2025
Prichard reports on several Sanitary Sewer Overflows
MOBILE, Ala. — Prichard Water Works & Sewer Board has reported on multiple Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSO) that took place on June 17. Heavy rains were the cause of the SSO’s.
The nearest manhole locations, estimated overflow, and receiving waters are listed below:
| Location | Estimated Gallons | Receiving Water |
| 198 Wood St. | 9,000 | Chickasaw Creek |
| 1305 MLK Jr. Dr. | 9,000 | Chickasaw Creek |
| First Ave. & Owens St. | 9,000 | Toulmins Spring Branch |
| 824 Seminary St. | 54,000 | Toulmins Spring Branch |
| 830 Strauss Ave. | 71,000 | Toulmins Spring Branch |
| 823 N. College St. | 36,000 | Toulmins Spring Branch |
| 705 Sample St. | 27,000 | Toulmins Spring Branch |
| 1205 W. Prichard Ave. | 54,000 | Toulmins Spring Branch |
| 1612 Main St. | 63,250 | Gum Tree Branch |
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 Chickasaw Creek, Gum Tree Branch and Toulmins Spring Branch 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.