BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) – Brunswick County Public Utilities has given notice of a bypass of treated chlorinated wastewater at the Shallotte Wastewater Treatment Plant on July 18.
“The release occurred due to a construction related incident during the installation of a new force main. The bypass was reported to Brunswick County staff at 3:00 PM. The force main was isolated by 4:00 PM on July 18, 2024. It is believed approximately 11,213 gallons of treated chlorinated wastewater were released. Approximately 1,000 gallons reached Williams Branch. Remediation of the affected site is ongoing. This notice is required by NC General Statutes Article 21 Chapter 143.215.1C,” a county announcement states.
No public action is required, and the county will provide updates if action becomes necessary.
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