Leucadia Wastewater District

As San Diego County enters a Regional Stay Home Order, our District remains focused on the health and safety of our employees and the public, as well as our commitment to protecting the environment. During this shutdown, the District office will be closed to the public starting today. If you would like to make an appointment to come in, please call in advance. See our website for several important updates about what Leucadia Wastewater District is doing to care for our employees and customers during this time: http://bit.ly/38Xgh05

Congrats to the District for receiving an award from Olivenhain Municipal Water District as their Recycled Water Customer of the Year Award! OMWD's award program recognizes individuals and businesses making a significant, positive impact in our communities, the San Diego region, or the water industry. We received this award for partnering with OMWD on a project to utilize recycled water for sewer cleaning and street sweeping.... Read more this achievement here: https://bit.ly/3lCwJt1

Learn About District Infrastructure Improvement Projects The District is currently working on several projects to keep our collection system in top working condition and to ensure the safe transmission of wastewater throughout the system. Below is the status of some of our current infrastructure projects. Leucadia Pump Station Rehabilitation Project... The Leucadia Pump Station is the District’s second largest pump station. It pumps approximately 3.2 million gallons of wastewater per day to the Encina Wastewater Treatment Plant. The pump station is located at the District’s headquarters site and services the southeastern portion of Carlsbad and the eastern portion of Encinitas. The project will include the installation of five new pumps and a permanent emergency pump in an overflow basin. The new equipment will further bolster the District’s ability to respond to emergencies and prevent sewer spills. Additionally, the District will install a super-oxygenation system for corrosion prevention, odor control, and safety. Construction started in September 2020 and is expected to be completed by June 2021. Diana Pump Station Project The Diana Pump Station services the west area of Old Leucadia. The station pumps approximately 360 thousand gallons of wastewater per day. This project will upgrade the station’s electronics, replace pumps, and add an emergency generator for operation during loss of power. It is anticipated that construction will begin in the Spring of 2021. 2020 Gravity Sewer Repair Project This Project includes the repair of 21 sites throughout our service area that includes over 1,000 feet of new sewer pipe, 17 new manholes, and 2 spot repairs on existing sewer lines. These repairs will keep the wastewater flowing in the pipes and ensure the integrity of the sewer system. Minor traffic impacts may occur at each site during construction. Construction will occur between Fall 2020 and Spring 2021. Learn more in our e-newsletter and subscribe for biannual updates here: https://conta.cc/3pWnDus

District Achievements We are honored to receive ongoing commendations and distinctions for the work the District does to protect our coastline and run an efficient operation. Learn more in our e-newsletter and subscribe for biannual updates here: https://conta.cc/3pWnDus... #Environment #Leucadia #Carlsbad #Encinitas #Wastewater

You should have received our Fall Newsletter in the mail last week. To view it online, look here: https://conta.cc/3pWnDus Get bi-annual updates on news and tips from The District by subscribing to our e-newsletter: https://conta.cc/2T4pnUw ... Staying in the loop has never been easier #Environment #Leucadia #Carlsbad #Encinitas #Wastewater

Happy Thanksgiving from Leucadia Wastewater District Are you frying your turkey this holiday season? If so, you might need to dispose of a large amount of cooking oil. Your first instinct might be to dump the oil, either outside or down the drain, but both of these options can have negative environmental effects.... When disposing of a few gallons of oil, it's difficult to follow traditional disposing methods recommended for small-scale disposal. For this reason, it is best to let the oil cool, place it back in its original container, and take it to your local recycling center. Waste Management provides trash service for Carlsbad residents, and EDCO provides trash service for Encinitas residents. Full instructions here: http://bit.ly/35xFKMd #Environment #Leucadia #Carlsbad #Encinitas #Wastewater #Thanksgiving

On Saturday October 24th from 10am-2pm, turn in prescription drugs safely and anonymously for The DEA's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Even though it starts with a "P", Prescriptions are not one of the 3 P's that belong in your toilet. Prescription drugs aren't always broken down in the treatment system, and the compounds can end up in the ocean if flushed. Exposure to even low levels of drugs has negative effects on fish and other aquatic species, and also may neg...atively affect human health. Tossing medications into the garbage also has its consequences as it poses a threat to the health of the environment and the community at large. Locate nearby safe disposal sites here: https://takebackday.dea.gov/ #NoDrugsDownDrains #DontRushToFlush

Today, try to Imagine a Day Without Water. This national education campaign is the sixth annual day to raise awareness and educate America about the value of water. No water to drink, or wash your hands with. No water to shower, flush the toilet, or do laundry. Hospitals would close without water. Firefighters couldn't put out fires and farmers couldn't water their crops. Disease would spread. This year, as communities across America faced the public health threat of the coro...navirus pandemic, water and wastewater systems continued to do their job through the crisis. Sign up to participate and learn more about the history of this campaign, the resources available, and who else is involved here: https://imagineadaywithoutwater.org/ California Association of Sanitation Agencies

Although Water Professional Appreciation Week was last week, we express gratitude to these hard workers year-round. Thank you wastewater and water employees for ensuring our communities accessibility to safe, reliable water and wastewater service 24/7. Although these essential workers faced unprecedented challenges this year, they continue to ensure public health and maintain environmental stewardship. Watch this video to see how wastewater districts across California are meeting the moment despite hardship: https://www.youtube.com/watch

Marvin Gonzalez, one of the District's valued Field Services Technicians, recently celebrated 15 years with Leucadia Wastewater District! Marvin currently leads our team of 9 Field Services technicians that operate and maintain the collection system and an advanced water treatment facility, known as the Gafner Water Recycling Facility. Before his time at LWD, Marvin served in the United States Marine Corps.... Thanks for 15 years of dedication, Marvin!

Teachers! Check out what El Camino Creek Elementary did with the Teacher Grant program last year. 5th grade teacher Jennifer Smith and her students utilized a LWWD grant to build a hydroponic garden to understand water-wise gardening and food production. If you would like for us to come to your school and talk about the Teacher Grant Program, please reach out to us.... Learn more about our Teacher Grant Program here: http://bit.ly/2RGLnC5 City of Carlsbad - Official | Encinitas Union School District #Environment #Wastewater #Carlsbad #Encinitas #Leucadia

Sometimes you’ll notice an odor coming from your sink or shower drain that smells like rotten eggs. This could be sewer gas, especially if it’s coming from a bathroom sink or drain that isn’t used much. Sinks, toilets, and showers all have a P-trap that helps prevent sewer gas from coming back up your pipes and into your home. These traps hold a small amount of water which helps prevent gases from entering your bathroom or other areas that have drains. When the P-trap is full, any lingering gas travels up a separate pipe that vents through your roof, keeping it out of your house. If you notice an odor coming from your sink or other drain, run the water for a while to fill the trap. If the problem persists, you may need to get a plumber to check to make sure that your trap and vent are working properly.

Today is the last day of Water Professional Appreciation Week Legions of planners, environmental engineers, water quality specialists, technicians and other water professionals have built and maintained the systems that bring that water from its source, utilized in the community, and efficiently reprocessed and cleaned. Please join us in thanking them for their dedication to environmental protection by watching this video by The Value of Water: https://www.youtube.com/watch... #WeAreCAWater #CAWaterWeek #WorkForWater #ThankWaterPros California Water Environment Association

As we are nearing the end of Water Professionals Appreciation Week, we want to showcase another one of our Field Services Technicians Meet Curney Russell and get to know more about his vital role, as well as his favorite part of his job. Our District is grateful to have someone like Curney who is dedicated to maintaining and supporting our vital infrastructure.... #WeAreCAWater #CAWaterWeek #WorkForWater California Water Environment Association

The celebration of Water Professonials Appreciation Week continues with a spotlight on one of our Field Services Technicians Meet Field Services Technician Steve Krason and listen in to learn about the pump overhaul work needed to mitigate the damage that wet wipes have on the sewer system. Our District is grateful to have someone like Steve who is dedicated to maintaining and supporting our vital infrastructure.... #WeAreCAWater #CAWaterWeek #WorkForWater #WipesClogPipes California Water Environment Association

Meet Field Service Technician Todd Amos and hear his passion for our industry When you see road work being conducted, it's likely Todd and team members who are out there maintaining our vital infrastructure to keep our community and waterways clean. #WeAreCAWater #CAWaterWeek #WorkForWater... California Water Environment Association

We're continuing Water Professionals Appreciation Week by reminding you that water is there for you 24/7 thanks to California’s water professionals A career as a water professional is both meaningful and rewarding. Take the first step towards an impactful career by taking a look at employment opportunities here: https://jobs.cwea.org/ and an outline of career paths here http://www.cawaterjobs.org/career-paths/ Internship opportunities can be found here: https://www.cawateri...nterns.org/ #WeAreCAWater #CAWaterWeek #WorkForWater California Water Environment Association

Did you turn on the tap today? Did you flush the toilet today? Then thank your local water professionals! As part of Water Professionals Appreciation Week, we'd like you to meet a few of our Field Services Technicians (FSTs) in this short video. Get to know them and find out what makes their roles a crucial part of Leucadia Wastewater District.... Our District is grateful for FSTs like Steve Krason, Curney Russell, and Todd Amos for protecting both the environment and our community. #WeAreCAWater #CAWaterWeek #WorkForWater California Water Environment Association

Thank you LWD employees! Our dedicated team of essential professionals faced unprecedented challenges this year, yet rose to the occasion as they have always done and continue to do, ensuring safe, plentiful and reliable water 24/7. #WeAreCAWater #WorkForWater #EssentialWorkers... California Water Environment Association

Happy Water Professional Appreciation Week Our District will celebrate with daily posts through October 11, so be sure to check back in for updates! We're kicking off the week off by imagining a day without water. Nothing to drink. No water to shower, flush toilets, or do laundry with. ... California wildfires have already burned more acres than any year on record and water has the power to save homes, communities, and their livelihoods. Watch this short video by The Value of Water to learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zxjeXdsD-Jw Help us raise awareness and educate our community about the value of water by tagging a friend in the comments below and sharing this post! #WeAreCAWater #CAWaterWeek #WorkForWater California Water Environment Association