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West County Wastewater (WCW) is devoted to the community we serve – protecting both public health and our natural surroundings. With that responsibility comes our dedication to keeping residents informed about what’s happening with wastewater at WCW and in the region.

Whether it is FOG (fats, oils, grease) and wipes education or describing the wastewater treatment process, WCW educates the community about wastewater and the value of wastewater service. We offer a variety of educational opportunities, such as Water Quality and Resource Recovery Plant tours, public presentations and school visits, on-site business pollution prevention support, and involvement at community events.

At WCW, we believe our role in the community goes beyond providing wastewater service and into supporting and nurturing strong, diverse and vibrant neighborhoods. Keep reading to discover more about WCW, learn about our role in the community, find out about current construction projects and get connected with student and community engagement opportunities.

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West County Wastewater District

West County Wastewater District

Our amazing women staff gathered together yesterday to pose for this historic photograph. 🩷

We are proud of every single one of you.

We are so happy you chose us! #womeninwastewater #WomensHistoryMonth #womensupportingwomen

West County Wastewater District

West County Wastewater District

Happy World Plumbing Day to all who celebrate! We do- it's kinda our thing! 🚽💧🪠 #worldplumbingday

West County Wastewater District

West County Wastewater District

WCW is celebrating International Women's Day by honoring our latest Woman in Wastewater! We're so proud of WCW's Environmental Compliance Inspector, Claudia Anderson! Read more about her and all of our wonderful Women in Wastewater! https://www.wcwd.org/women-in-wastewater/ #womensday2024

West County Wastewater District

West County Wastewater District

As we close out Black History Month, WCW pauses to honor our own Ted Wooten, past Director and long-time supporter of WCW

Theodore R. Wooten, served two terms on the Board of Directors- the first from 1958 to 1992!

Director Wooten passed away during his second term of representation on January 19, 1998. WCW’s Plant Classroom is dedicated to his memory, and a beautiful plaque hangs in the hallway of our Plant.

Ted Wooten was also the first African American WCW Board member- he spent the time and put in much hard work to shape our organization. #blackhistory

West County Wastewater District

West County Wastewater District

As of 3:56 p.m. today, an "All Clear" has been issued from the Contra Costa County Sheriff's office regarding today's police activity and neighborhood lockdown in the City of San Pablo.

To sign up for emergency alerts, visit the Community Warning System page on the County's website at https://cwsalerts.com/

Stay safe, everyone!

West County Wastewater District

West County Wastewater District

Please be aware of law enforcement activity in San Pablo this morning, Monday, February 26, 2024.
Get updates here: https://cwsalerts.com/

West County Wastewater District

West County Wastewater District

WCW continues to celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth, and today, we highlight the life and work of Archie Alexander, an African American mathematician and engineer who graduated from the University of Iowa and was the first African American to graduate from the University’s College of Engineering.

Archie was a foreman for a bridge-building company before starting his own business in 1917. He was responsible for constructing many roads and bridges, including the Whitehurst Freeway, the tidal Basin Bridge, and an extension to the Baltimore-Washington Parkway. #BlackHistoryIsAmericanHistory

West County Wastewater District

West County Wastewater District

Big thanks to our friends at Republic Services for providing their first-quarter newsletter! It's full of important and exciting news about responsible recycling, and they're offering a Compost giveaway! ❤♻️

West County Wastewater District

West County Wastewater District

We hope the rain and wind don't get in your way of having a wonderful President's Day holiday!

WCW Interns at Clean & Green Logo Reveal Event

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CURRENT PROJECTS

The WCW team is dedicated to reliable, high-quality service, which includes working to ensure our wastewater system functions properly. We inspect, maintain, upgrade, and construct the buildings, systems, and sewer lines that collect, treat, and dispose of wastewater. This includes maintaining and improving public sewer pipes, pumps, and mains in our community, as well as the systems at our Water Quality and Resource Recovery Plant.

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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

WCW customers play a key role in our mission of protecting the environment and public health. That’s one of the many reasons we value community engagement, including providing information about the value of wastewater service and educating customers on how to help keep local neighborhoods, homes, parks, and natural surroundings safe.

You may interact with us at a community event, hear about us from your child after a school visit, see us inspecting public sewer lines, or meet us by taking a tour of our Water Quality and Resource Recovery Plant.

Schedule a plant tour! Call (510) 237-6603.
Tours are temporarily on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Learn about WCW’s role in wastewater services and how our treatment plant operates. Tours are available for interested residents, school classes, youth groups, businesses, or other organizations. To request a WCW classroom visit, presentation, or attendance at a community event, call (510) 237-6603.

COMMUNITY CLEANUP

West County Wastewater will host their Clean & Green Community Cleanup on Sunday, April 7, 2024.

This is a wonderful opportunity to join together to protect and preserve Wildcat Canyon Creek in Richmond.

Please register for this event today!  REGISTER!

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STUDENT OUTREACH PROGRAM

Educating students about environmental responsibility, including water as a precious resource, is vital to protecting our future for generations to come. WCW’s Student Outreach program engages students at a young age through school classroom visits and tours of the Water Quality and Resource Recovery Plant. To schedule a classroom visit or a plant tour, contact the Water Quality and Resource Recovery Plant at (510) 237-6603. Bus transportation assistance may be available.

Classroom Connections

More than 1,000 local school children from grades four through seven participated our Student Outreach Program last year.

Smart about Sewage

How efficiently we treat and manage our wastewater plays a major role in achieving effective water resource management. Safe and responsible collection and treatment of wastewater protects our planet and our families now and for years to come. Use the resources below to help children learn how the wastewater process works and how it relates to protecting and preserving our water and the environment.

WASTEWATER TREATMENT FOR YOUNGSTERS
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PROCESS GRAPHIC

BAY AREA CONSORTIUM FOR WATER/WASTEWATER EDUCATION

As a society, we rely on skilled, experienced professionals to collect and distribute drinking water, treat wastewater safely and efficiently, test water quality in laboratories and help communities conserve water. Water and wastewater career options represent tremendous opportunities for people with many different backgrounds, talents, and skills. In partnership with the Bay Area Consortium for Water and Wastewater Education (BACWWE) and Solano Community College, WCW is proud to support local education of future water and wastewater professionals, as well as hire graduates from the program.

Wondering what it’s like to work in the water or wastewater world?

Operators at water or wastewater treatment plants make sure water meets strict environmental regulations. Employees in operations and maintenance departments keep water distribution systems and wastewater collection pipelines running smoothly. Others might work with state-of-the-art computer systems to control pumps and valves regulating the flow of millions of gallons of water, or in a laboratory testing samples, or the field using heavy equipment to dig trenches to repair pipelines.

The BACWWE program offers many different options, both in terms of entering the field (from entry level to management) and the type of work setting (treatment plants, offices, or outdoors). A career in the water or wastewater industry has many advantages, including:

  1. These local careers are here to stay because they are the types of careers that cannot be outsourced. There’s a need for these careers all over the world, so the skills can be applied at any location.
  2. There’s steady demand for these careers now and into the future, thanks to the continuing need for water-related expertise and the wave of retirements happening now and anticipated in the future.
  3. They address water conservation and sustainability, making them green careers.
  4. Careers in water and wastewater offer a range of competitive pay and benefits based on skill and provide stability.
LEARN MORE ABOUT BACWWE

CONTACT US

24-HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE
Please call (510) 222-6700, option 1

BUSINESS HOURS
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
(closed for lunch 12 p.m. -1 p.m.)

MAIN OFFICE
2910 Hilltop Drive, Richmond, CA 94806

Phone: (510) 222-6700 | Fax: (510) 222-3277

WATER POLLUTION CONTROL PLANT
2377 Garden Tract Road, Richmond, CA 94801
Phone: (510) 237-6603 | Fax: (510) 233-5518

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West County Wastewater, a publicly owned utility, is responsible for operating and maintaining public sanitary sewer mains in your area. WCW provides 24-hour emergency service within its service area when you experience problems with the sanitary sewer system. Your comments and suggestions for improvement are encouraged and welcomed. Your feedback will be used to improve the quality of service in the future.

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