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Macomb County Public Health Department Hotline  586-466-7923  Call for directives on blackouts, flooding or other health related matters

Washington Twp belongs to the following:

Stony Crk/Paint Crk

North Branch

Clinton River East

 

 

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The offices of the Water & Sewer Department have moved to the Township Hall at 57900 Van Dyke, Washington.  This building is located about 1/2 mile North of 26 Mile on the East side of Van Dyke.  You can reach the Water Department by dialing:

 

586-786-0010  Ext 5

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"Tips for Improving Water Quality"

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Conserve water by installing water-saving toilets and flow-restriction faucets

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Minimize shower time and turn off water when brushing teeth

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Refrain from washing laundry during rain storms

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Keep pet waste cleaned up from sidewalks and away from drainage ditches and storm drains

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Disconnect any downspouts that are connected to storm sewers and discharge water onto the ground, away from your home

Owners of septic systems

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Know the location of your septic system and keep vehicle traffic, excessive landscaping or construction of outbuildings off the area

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Have your tank pumped out by a licenses septage hauler every 2 to 5 years

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Do not put harmful chemicals (grease, oil, chemicals, medications, etc) down any drain

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Conserve household water use (flushing, bathing, washing, etc.)

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Direct unwanted water (sump pump discharge, water softener backwash and downspout drains away from the septic system

The above mentioned items are recommended by the Macomb County Health Department, who can be reached at 586-469-5236

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