Sewer services

The City’s Public Works Agency is responsible for maintaining the citywide water and sewer system. The agency serves a population of 330,920 people and is responsible for maintaining 390 miles of sewer main, 7,000 sewer manholes, two sewage lift stations, and two force mains.

The majority of the City’s sewer mains range from 6” - 12” in diameter, with several as large as 21” in diameter, the majority of which is proactively cleaned on an annual basis. Additionally, the City provides customer service, identifies illegal connections to the sewer system, and addresses sewer blockages. The City is not responsible for maintaining the 46,000 private sewer laterals. However, the City does offer complimentary repairs for sewer laterals.

Please email waterinfo@santa-ana.org or call 714-647-3320 for any questions or general inquiries regarding our sanitary sewer system.

Sewer design guidelines

Find technical specifications and construction standards for sewer infrastructure, including standard plans and engineering resources.

Fats, oils, and grease program

What is the most common culprit for blocked sewers? Fats, oils, and grease or "FOG." Learn about our FOG Program and how you can help.

Sewer line stoppages

Learn what to do during a sewer blockage, when to call Public Works, how overflow protection devices work, and ways to prevent stoppages.

Sewer rate study [2019]

Download our latest study that analyzes cost of service, design of our rate structure, and multi-year financial plan to sustain the City's sewer system.

Sewer plans and documents

Careful long-range planning ensures Santa Ana’s sewer system remains resilient in the face of growth and changing environmental requirements.

Helpful sewer resources

Find regulatory, technical, and agency links related to Santa Ana’s sewer system, including state orders, county sanitation, and wastewater associations.

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