Collections (Sewer)

About Us

The Collection Systems Department's primary mission is to provide a business-like approach to the operation and management for the City of Canton's 350 miles of underground sewers.

What Does This Mean?

Our department is a service department dedicated to the functionality of our city's sewers, which in turn lends itself to the overall general health and well being of our citizens and to the industries in which we serve.

The Collection System's personnel are trained in the efficient use of high velocity sewer cleaners, Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) equipment, and other large pieces of construction equipment to tackle sewer maintenance and repairs to keep our sewers running efficiently.

History

The City of Canton has a long history, dating back to the late 1800's, of engineers who designed and installed sewer systems that range from 4 to 72 inches in diameter. These sewers collect and transport wastewater to the City's Water Reclamation Facility, located at 3530 Central Avenue SE, where residential, commercial and industrial wastewater is treated prior to discharging into the Nimishillen Creek.

Pump Stations

In addition to sewers, the department is responsible for nine sanitary pump stations throughout the city. Each pump station is equipped with a remote monitoring network called a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA) which provides real-time data to the department's personnel.  

Under Ohio Revised Code Section Chapter 729, department funding is collected solely through residential, commercial and industrial monthly sewer rates.