FAQs • Bethlehem, NY • CivicEngage

What is the difference between storm sewers and sanitary sewers?: Sanitary sewers have solid covers on them. Storm Sewers have open grate covers in the road. When they become clogged with leaves or snow, please remove the debris or call the Highway Department at 518-439-4955, option 1, then option 3.

Discharging any material such as used motor oil, paint, solvents, or pesticides into the storm or sanitary sewers is strictly prohibited. If you observe someone doing so, please contact the Highway Department (518-439-4955, option 1, then option 3), the Sewer Department (518-439-4955, option 1) or the Bethlehem Police Department (518-439-9973).

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Sewer Division

1. What is the difference between storm sewers and sanitary sewers?: Sanitary sewers have solid covers on them. Storm Sewers have open grate covers in the road. When they become clogged with leaves or snow, please remove the debris or call the Highway Department at 518-439-4955, option 1, then option 3.

Discharging any material such as used motor oil, paint, solvents, or pesticides into the storm or sanitary sewers is strictly prohibited. If you observe someone doing so, please contact the Highway Department (518-439-4955, option 1, then option 3), the Sewer Department (518-439-4955, option 1) or the Bethlehem Police Department (518-439-9973).

2. Who do I call when I have a problem?: Please call the Sewer Department at 518-439-4955, option 1, (after hours call Bethlehem Police at 518-439-9973) if you experience a back-up in your home. We have personnel on call 24 hours a day to respond to all calls.