State Reviewing Large Wastewater Discharge Near Clayton

More Than 400,000 Gallons Of Wastewater Spill Into Little Creek

CLAYTON, N.C. — More than 400,000 gallons of untreated wastewater spilled into Little Creek following a sewer system overflow discovered near Veterans Parkway.

According to information released by the Town of Clayton, a sanitary sewer overflow was found Tuesday, June 9 on an easement between Veterans Parkway and the eastbound exit ramp from Clayton Boulevard.

Town officials estimate approximately 403,200 gallons of untreated wastewater entered a stormwater junction box that discharges directly into Little Creek.

The overflow was reportedly caused by debris that obstructed a gravity sewer main.

State law requires public notification when untreated wastewater discharges of 15,000 gallons or more reach surface waters.

The North Carolina Division of Water Resources was notified of the incident on June 10 and is reviewing the matter.

Little Creek is a tributary within the Neuse River Basin.

The Division of Water Resources will determine whether any additional action is warranted following its review of the spill.