Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District

*Update* The diversion of flows to the deep tunnel was stopped at 11:30 am (Wednesday, 11/20/24), but due to levels in the system, the diversion began again at 3:00 pm. The diversion ended at 10:30 pm Wednesday. We are monitoring conditions and will update you if it is necessary to start to divert flows again to the deep tunnel. MMSD will continue to work to minimize odors. Please [email protected] or call 414-510-6832 to notify MMSD of odors or concerns. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- MMSD has received numerous complaints of odors in the Bay View neighborhood. We detected strong odors coming from several drop shafts that connect MMSD’s regional sewers to the Deep Tunnel, which is about 300-feet underground.?? Odors from the drop shafts are due to a combination of recent rain and diverting some flow away from MMSD’s South Shore Reclamation Facility to the deep tunnel to perform some maintenance work. The maintenance work has ended. The odors from the drop shafts should begin to dissipate. MMSD is also aware of odors coming from basement floor drains and storm sewer inlets in the street.? These issues require more investigation. MMSD crews are working with the City of Milwaukee to inspect these odors and find solutions to the problem.?Residents may use [email protected] or call 414-510-6832 to notify MMSD of odors. https://lnkd.in/g3zWV2i9

Capture the rain! At MMSD headquarters that’s what we do. The MMSD headquarters property was transformed from turf grass to a wildflower prairie that provides habitat and beautiful gardens that also capture, absorb, and filter stormwater.

Do you have unused meds and don’t know what to do with them? Take Back My Meds MKE has drop-off sites throughout greater Milwaukee. Learn about the importance of keeping pharmaceuticals out of Lake Michigan, our source for drinking water. https://lnkd.in/dhq-Fkf

Want to learn how the Valley Park Levee reduces the risk of flooding to over 130 properties? Come to the Valley Park Open House on November 20th from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm at the Marquette University High School cafeteria at 3401 W. Wisconsin Ave. https://lnkd.in/gpCrvRBt

Who owns the sanitary sewer lateral under my home? If you're a homeowner connected to municipal services, you own the sanitary sewer lateral pipe that carries your wastewater to the city sewer pipes. A blockage or failing sanitary sewer lateral can increase the risk of sewer water backing up into your basement. To learn more about laterals and how MMSD's Pipe Check program can help, visit: https://lnkd.in/gMSFvvQm #MMSD #PipeCheckProgram #SewerLateral

MMSD is seeking qualified candidates for the Accountant position in the Finance Division. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, you will ensure the general ledger, reporting, and related processes are accurately implemented per MMSD policies and procedures. Join our diverse team and support your community while protecting the environment. Apply by 12/5/24: https://lnkd.in/gZhSJTe5

MMSD is seeking qualified candidates for the Laboratory Technician position in the Water Quality Protection Division. Reporting to the Laboratory Supervisor, you will perform routine and non-routine qualitative and quantitative chemical, physical, and bacteriological analyses on waters, wastewaters, wastes, sludges, and biosolids. You also prepare reports in accordance with MMSD policies and procedures. Join our diverse team and support your community while protecting the environment. Apply by 11/21/24: https://lnkd.in/g4CRnuis

Every drop counts when severe weather and heavy rain hit our area. Help protect our water by using less water to reduce basement backups and sewer overflows by signing up for the Water Drop Alert. To sign up for Water Drop Alerts alerts, text: WATERDROP to 414-296-4422 https://lnkd.in/ds78bsu

“WaterMarkers show an illuminated blue letter, chosen by members of the community, in multiple spots in Milwaukee when a Water Drop Alert is issued by the Metropolitan Milwaukee Sewerage District (MMSD). It's meant to remind people to reduce water use before heavy rain.” To receive a text message when MMSD issues a Water Drop Alert? text WATERDROP to 414-296-4422 Spanish: Para recibir un mensaje de texto cuando se emite una alerta de gota de agua, envíe un mensaje de texto: GOTADEAGUA a 414-296-4422 https://lnkd.in/grPjevCs

Most of us flush and forget, not giving much thought to the sanitation process or the critical role wastewater plays in creating this circular resource. Here in Milwaukee we've been making Milorganite fertilizer since 1926, with our byproduct from our wastewater. Making a renewable fertilzer that helps grow healthy lawns and plants, reduces waste, generates energy, and lowers greenhouse gases. Check out this video to learn how we make Milorganite fertilizer: https://lnkd.in/guty4dsJ