What is inflow?

Inflow is the water that enters a sanitary sewer system as the result of connections that allow stormwater or snow melt to enter the sanitary sewer system. In Brownsburg, the majority of the sanitary sewers and stormwater sewers are operated separately. If someone in one of these separated areas connects their gutters or sump pumps to the sanitary sewer instead of the storm sewer, it could cause flooding and backups of the sanitary sewer system. Furthermore, it is illegal to connect stormwater into the sanitary sewer system.

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1. What do I do if I have a sewage odor in my home?
2. What items or products should not be flushed down a toilet or sink?
3. What is inflow?
4. What size classification is Brownsburg's Wastewater Treatment Plant?
5. Does Brownsburg maintain my sewer lateral?
6. What is the correct procedure to follow if there is sewage overflowing into the street or my home?
7. What should I do if I hear an alarm or see a flashing light at a sewage lift station?
8. What do I do if my drains are draining slowly?
9. I have a lateral that wyes with a neighbor. Who is responsible for sewer repairs and maintenance?
10. When is it necessary to have a grease trap?
11. What are possible sources of inflow?
12. Should I disconnect my inflow sources?
13. What happens if I do not maintain my sewer lateral?
14. Does Brownsburg have combined sewers and overflows?
15. How is the stormwater utility calculated?
16. What services will I receive as a result of the stormwater utility? How are the stormwater utility funds spent?
17. Who has to pay the stormwater utility?
18. I pay drainage fees to Hendricks County. Do I have to pay the stormwater utility fee as well?
19. How do I prepare for sewer cleaning?