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-Press Release, City of Henderson
In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1C, the owner or operator of any wastewater collection or treatment works must issue a press release when untreated wastewater discharge of 1,000 gallons or more reaches surface waters.
The City of Henderson experienced heavy rains on April 30, 2020, that caused flooding throughout the area. The City discharged an estimated 29,400 gallons at the Sandy Creek Pump Station, located at 482 Rock Mill Road and the release was discharged into Sandy Creek stream basin. The Division of Water Resources was notified of the event and is reviewing the matter.
For more information, please contact the Henderson Water Reclamation Facility Director Lamont Allen, at 252-431-6080.