Category: About Wastewater Infrastructure
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What are biosolids?
Biosolids are nutrient-rich soil-like material created when sewage from homes and businesses is cleaned at wastewater treatment plants. During treatment, the solids are separated from water and go through processes that remove harmful germs. The result is a safe, natural fertilizer that can be used by farmers, ranchers, and land managers to boost crop yields,…
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What happens after I flush my Toilet?
When you flush a toilet, wash your dishes, or take a shower, that water (called wastewater) flows through sewers to a wastewater treatment facility where it is cleaned before being discharged into the Bay.
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Understanding Algal Blooms
Algal blooms are caused by an abundance of nutrients, like phosphorus and nitrogen, in a body of water.