Sewer Division

The Sewer Division is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the entire wastewater collection system. The collection system is comprised of an estimated 95 miles of sewer main within the Town’s  right-of-way and approximately 8,500 sewer service laterals (connections into homes and buildings). Examples of some routine required maintenance performed on the system include: main flushing and jetting to reduce the buildup of grease and settled debris leading to blockages; root cutting and treatment to clear and prevent the reoccurrence of root intrusion; cleaning and treating service laterals; repair and rehabilitation of manholes, covers, and structures; dig safe mark-outs for excavations; pipe repairs; and replacement of broken mains and services. 

Pumping / Lift Stations

There are 11 pumping / lift stations utilized in the waste water collection system: Farm Street Station, West Park Drive Station, Plaza Road Station, Findlay Street Station, Audubon Road Station, Bay State Road Station, Lakeview Ave Station, Main St @ Central St Station, Spaulding Street and 2 at Landrigan Field. These stations collect wastewater from low-lying areas and discharge to points in the collection system at higher elevations, allowing the flow to continue by gravity. These stations require constant maintenance of pumps, compressors, tanks, controls, and alarms to ensure proper operation, uninterrupted service, and prevent system back-ups and overflows.

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority Contest Winners

Each year, the MWRA hosts a contest where local students can show their creativity and wastewater-treatment knowledge through writing or art. We are proud that Wakefield residents Leah Ellis, Charlotte Holmes, Rosalie Lieber, and Megan O’Connor were among the winners recognized at a special ceremony at the MWRA facility.