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A Look at the Basics

What is a sanitary sewer overflow (SSO)?

Published January 29, 2026
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What is a sanitary sewer overflow (SSO)?

An SSO is a discharge of raw or partially treated sewage from a separate sanitary sewer system before it reaches the treatment plant, often due to blockages, equipment failure, or overloading.

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