West Memphis Utility Commission

 

Wastewater Department

 

 

 

 

Louis Pope
Sewer Superintendent
Phone:  870-702-5128 Fax:  870-732-7621

 

Michael Donnerson
Sewer Foreman
Phone:  870-702-5129
 

Andrew Bass
Assistant Sewer Foreman
Phone:  870-702-5137

 

 

 

The sanitary sewer system operates within the corporate limits of the City. Sewage is collected through an interconnected pipe system consisting of approximately 150 miles of 4"-18" facilities.  A flow equalization basin with a capacity of 60 million gallons is located at the site of the treatment facilities.  The facilities treat an average of 4.7 to 5.0 million gallons per day.

After treatment, liquid effluent is discharged into the Mississippi River and solids are land applied.  The City's current NPDES discharge permit which expires in May 31, 2008.  The sewage system is currently in compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.

Rates for sanitary sewer service are generally based on metered water service.

 

Sewer Tap Fees

4 inch $600.00
6 inch $650.00
8 inch $700.00

 

 

Extensions in excess of 50 feet based on pipe size

Pipe Size Amount Per Foot
4 inch $3.00
6 inch $5.00
8 inch $7.00

 

 

 

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