Sewer overflows in Clemson

A sewer overflowed in the City of Clemson for roughly two hours Wednesday afternoon near Woodland Way. The City reports the overflow was about 1,000 gallons and was caused by a sewer main blocked by grease.  A utilities crew responded, but the overflow reached a nearby creek, which passes through the vicinity of Woodland Way, Riggs Drive, Poole Lane, Strode Circle and JC Park. The City recommends residents stay clear of the creek for the next week to allow the area to return to its natural state.  A City utility crew cleaned the area.  They are currently in the process of utilizing fire hydrants flowing into the creek for flushing. Questions should be telephone to the City of Clemson’s Utilities Department at (864) 653-2046.