Press Release

WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM OVERFLOW REPORTED BY TRINITY RIVER AUTHORITY

(ARLINGTON, TEXAS) – The Central Regional Wastewater System plant experienced an overflow. Heavy rains caused a hydraulic overload, which occurred at Trinity View Park in Irving. This the fourth overflow this week caused by heavy rainfall.

All wastewater overflows in excess of 100,000 gallons must be reported to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, the public and other designated public officials. The final estimated quantity of the overflow will be reported to TCEQ.

No public drinking water supplies have been threatened or contaminated by this overflow; no aquatic life has been affected. The public is reminded to avoid contact with waste material, soil or water near the affected area.

TRA has notified all required city, county and state officials.

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Chapter 319 – General Regulations Incorporated Into Permits
Rule Log No. 99031-319-WT
Figure: 30 TAC §319.303


NOTICE OF SPILL FROM A WASTEWATER FACILITY
A spill from a wastewater treatment or collection facility has occurred.

INFORMATION ABOUT THE SPILL
Facility Name: Trinity River Authority’s Central Regional Wastewater System
Contact for further information: Vanassa Joseph (817) 493-5122
Location of the spill: Trinity View Park, Irving, Texas
Estimated time and date of spill: Thursday, 1 p.m. Feb. 22, 2018
Estimated volume of the spill (number of gallons): >100,000 gallons
Type of spill: Domestic wastewater
Area potentially affected: Trinity River
Suspected cause of spill: Hydraulic overload caused by excess rainfall


THE FOLLOWING ACTIONS HAVE BEEN TAKEN:

  • Appropriate local governmental officials have been notified.
  • TCEQ regional office has been notified.