The City of Douglas Wastewater Treatment Plant has reported a wastewater spill into an unnamed tributary of the Seventeen Mile River. The spill occurred on January 6, 2026, between 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. at 30 Lou Lane, Douglas, GA 31533. The incident was caused by deterioration of the force main sewer pipe, resulting in an estimated discharge of approximately 25,000 gallons.
As a precaution, it is recommended that citizens have no contact with the affected stream water until after 01/20/2026. Wastewater Treatment Plant staff will be sampling the waterway both upstream and downstream of the spill to ensure that the water quality has not been adversely affected. Sampling will be conducted for dissolved oxygen concentration, pH, and temperature.
For more information, please contact Kevin Davis, Project Manager 912-389-3444.
