MSD Project Clear (MSDPC) is cleaning up after a wastewater overflow in Creve Coeur. It was discovered Tuesday morning in a wooded area behind the Ridgemoor Forest neighborhood. MSDPC crews were investigating reports of an odor when they found a sewer pipe that was blocked with debris, rocks, and other material that should not be in the sewers.
After clearing the blockage and stopping the overflow, efforts are now focused on cleanup. Crews will be using temporary dams and pumps to catch and remove any wastewater that got into the creek. The work is expected to continue into the weekend. Sewer service will not be affected.
Warning signs have been posted in the area, advising the public of the cleanup. While there is no immediate threat to health or safety, everyone is asked to avoid direct contact with Fern Ridge Creek between North Mason Road and Cross Creek Drive until the cleanup is complete and the warning signs have been removed. Anyone who comes in contact with wastewater should immediately and thoroughly wash with soap and water.
MSDPC has reported the incident to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.