ACTION ALERT: Sanitary Sewer Overflow in Sudbury River!

July 31, 2024

Notice of Sanitary Sewer Overflow!

July 31, 2024

A significant sanitary sewer overflow has occurred in the Sudbury River near Framingham Center. Approximately 525,000 gallons of untreated sewage and wastewater were inadvertently discharged into the river between 4:30 PM and 9:00 PM on Tuesday, July 30th.

AVOID SWIMMING AND CLOSE CONTACT WITH THE RIVER’S DOWNSTREAM SECTIONS FOR AT LEAST 48 HOURS!

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River Log

~30%

of the SuAsCo rivers watershed is wetlands, crucial for wildlife habitat and water quality

~30%

of water samples in the SuAsCo rivers watershed contain PFAS, leading to increased monitoring and remediation by local authorities and environmental groups

~70%

of dams in the SuAsCo watershed are over a century old, requiring extensive upkeep and presenting obstacles to river restoration and fish passage

>40%

of the land within the watershed is publicly accessible, offering recreational opportunities such as hiking, boating, and birdwatching to the community

~15%

of the land in the SuAsCo rivers watershed is covered by impervious surfaces such as roads, rooftops, and parking lots. This contributes to stormwater runoff and water pollution issues

ACTION ALERT: Sanitary Sewer Overflow in Sudbury River!

Notice of Sanitary Sewer Overflow!

July 31, 2024