What is wastewater?

Wastewater is used water; it includes substances such as human waste, food scraps, oils, soaps and chemicals.

In homes, this means water from sinks, showers, bathtubs, toilets, washing machines and dishwashers. Businesses and industries also contribute their share of used water that must be cleaned.

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1. Is my water safe to drink?
2. How often does PWSD test water for contaminants?
3. What causes discolored water?
4. What are those green boxes?
5. What is wastewater?
6. Why treat wastewater?
7. How can I help protect our water quality?