Austin Water crews responded over the weekend to an overflow of wastewater from a manhole located in the ravine behind 2112 E William Cannon Drive. 100,00 gallons of wastewater caused by grease blockage in the city main reached Williamson Creek, but the spill has since been contained.
The spill has not affected the City of Austin’s drinking water supply, the utility said.
Austin Water officials urge:
- Persons using private drinking water supply wells located within 1/2-mile of the overflow site or within the potentially affected area should use only water that has been distilled or boiled at a rolling boil for at least one minute for all personal uses including drinking, cooking, bathing, and tooth brushing. Individuals with private water wells should have their well water tested and disinfected, if necessary, prior to discontinuing distillation or boiling.
- Persons who purchase water from another public water supply may contact their water supply distributor to determine if the water is safe for personal use.
- The public to avoid contact with waste material, soil, or water in the area potentially affected by the overflow.
- Bathe and wash clothes thoroughly as soon as possible if any contact is had with the wastewater spill.
