Is my house connected to sewer?

The PCWMD Maps and Records Unit maintain a database of connections to the public sewer system. A request can be made for verification of sewer connection by contacting the department at 740-6606 or by visiting the PCWMD at 201 N. Stone Ave., 5th floor.

Where is my sewer clean out located?

Records of clean-out locations are also available at the Maps and Records Unit. Most questions can be answered by phone. Staff can be contacted as referenced above.

Is there any thing that I should not put in my drain or flush down the toilet?

Avoid putting grease, oils, fat, automotive fluids, pesticides, solvents, and other similar substances down the drain. Additionally, select less toxic alternatives whenever possible and dispose of any household hazardous materials through the County/City Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program.

What do I do about cockroaches in the sewers?

The PCWMD Operations Division runs the Vector Control Program to minimize cockroaches in our sewers. When a problem is detected, manholes can be sprayed with a chemical that inhibits the cockroach population. If you need to report a problem in your area, please call the department at (520) 319-4601.

How much does it cost to connect to sewer?

In addition to permit fees and construction costs, connection fees are based on fixture unit equivalents for plumbing fixtures and devises. Specific fixture units values can be found in Pima County Code, 13.20.045. The connection fee charged is at the rate prevailing at time of payment.

What is a fixture unit equivalent?

A fixture unit equivalent is a unit of measure which expresses the potential loading on the public sanitary sewerage system of different kinds and sizes of plumbing fixtures. These are generally derived from Chapter 7 of the Uniform Plumbing Code.

How much do I have to pay each month to use public sewer?

Your monthly fee for sewer is determined by your water usage as calculated by your domestic water provider.

I live in a different jurisdiction, why do I have to pay Pima County to connect to sewer?

Pima County regulates connections to the sanitary sewerage system, regardless of jurisdiction, and is responsible for design and construction of public sanitary sewer lines as well as fees and charges, credits and rebates.

What is a HCS?

HCS stands for House Connection Sewer and refers to the private sewer between the residence or building and the public or private collection sewer.

What is a private sewer?

Private sewer refers to any section of a sewage collection system that connects to the public sewerage system. Location, design, and manner of connection must be approved by the Department prior to any connection being made. Additionally, a Construction Authorization for the private conveyance system may be required from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality