Prichard reports on several Sanitary Sewer Overflows
January 1, 2023
Prichard reports on several Sanitary Sewer Overflows
MOBILE, Ala. — Prichard Water Works & Sewer Board has reported on Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSO) that occurred December 30 because of heavy rains.
Signs were placed at each location to notify the public of the hazard. The areas will be disinfected.
The nearest manhole locations, estimated amounts, and receiving waters are listed below:
| Location | Estimated Gallons | Receiving Water |
| 1206 Craft Highway | Between 100,000 and 250,000 | Chickasaw Creek |
| 2408 Whistler St. | 60,000 | Gumtree Branch |
| 211 Patricia St. | 165,000 | Gumtree Branch |
| 2516 W. Harold Clark | 165,000 | Gumtree Branch |
| 1119 Prichard Ave. | 60,000 | Toulmins Spring Branch |
| 705 Sample St. | 90,000 | Toulmins Spring Branch |
Dr. Kevin P. 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, Gumtree 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 hands after cleaning seafood and before preparing food.