Sewer

New sewer rates effective Jan. 1, 2023

Effective Jan. 1, 2023, Pierce County will implement new sewer rates per Ordinance 2021-106, adopted Nov. 16, 2021. 

A rate increase is necessary to support the ongoing operation and reliability of the public sewer system. Rates help fund increasing costs for preventative maintenance, regulatory requirements, and meeting growth demands in Pierce County. It also covers the operational cost of compliance with the Department of Ecology’s new nutrient reduction permit. Learn more 

Water and Sewer Utility Bill Assistance

Pierce County sewer customers with overdue utility bills can apply for financial assistance. Sewer customers may be eligible for up to $2,500 in assistance based on need. Learn more on the Water Assistance Program.

Do not flush wipes and paper towels – throw away instead!

An increase in non-flushable items in the public sewer system is occurring.

The only things that should be flushed down the toilet is what comes from your body and toilet paper. Anything else can cause blockage or severe damage to the sewer system, which is costly.

Homeowners are responsible for the part of the sewer line that runs from their home to the public lines. Those who are on a septic tank have full responsibility for maintenance and repair. Flushing other items down the toilet can be costly.

Please place a garbage can in the bathroom to dispose of anything other than toilet paper.  Learn more

Changes to US First-Class Mail delivery times

Effective Oct. 1, 2021, the United States Postal Service (USPS) is implementing its new service standards for First-Class Mail items. While standards for single-piece First-Class Mail traveling within a local area will remain unchanged, mail traveling the greatest distances will experience longer transit times. Please note that this may impact your mail receipt and delivery window. Learn more on the USPS website.

What you can do

Avoid the risk of potential late fees by paying your sewer bill through the Customer Portal. By registering your account on the Customer Portal, you will be able to pay your bill, submit service requests, and receive billing reminders via email. Through the Customer Portal, you can also enroll and set up the automatic bank payment, which enables your bank to automatically deduct your sewer bill amount from your checking or savings account.