What's Going Down Your Pipes?

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The ONLY item, other than bodily waste, that should be flushed down the toilet is toilet paper. For those on septic systems or RVs, you should be using the appropriate toilet paper for your system.

While there are some brands of wipes that say they are “flushable,” the truth of the matter is that they do not degrade properly and can clog pipes and sewer pumps, as shown in the picture to the right. Other non-flushable items include facial tissue, napkin, paper towels, diapers, hair, cotton balls, and dental floss. One should also never flush medications – they may be disposed of in the trash or in drop boxes at the Public Safety Center and Town of Fulton offices.

This is not just a local issue. You can Google and see the kinds of gunk and messes that are clogging up lines everywhere.

If we don’t make an effort individually to address this issue, we might all experience some severe problems - lift stations going down or back-ups into residences. Replacement of damaged pumps can cost more than $15,000 – an expense that is passed on into your sewer rate – and damage from sewage backed up into your home cost you money as well. Please do your part. If you have any questions, call the City or your septic provider.

The ONLY item, other than bodily waste, that should be flushed down the toilet is toilet paper. For those on septic systems or RVs, you should be using the appropriate toilet paper for your system.