Wastewater Treatment

11150 Highway 70 / 901-867-4980

The Wastewater Department is responsible for the collection and treatment of wastewater, the installation and maintenance of the sanitary sewer system beneath Town streets, and administering the Industrial and Commercial Pre-Treatment Programs.  Revenue for the department is from a monthly service fee included in the utility bill.  This fee is based on water consumption.

Wastewater treatment service is essential to community well-being for two very important reasons:

  • it protects public health from disease-carrying bacteria and viruses.

  • it protects water quality for both drinking water and recreational purposes.

Commercial and Industrial users should confirm they meet Town requirements and have all necessary approvals prior to operating in Arlington. Check the Pretreatment page and Grease Trap/Interceptor page for more information. 

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TO REPORT A SEWER BACKUP:

Call (901) 867-4980 from 7am to 3:30pm on weekdays OR (901) 229-1965 after-hours, holidays and weekends. 

Arlington Wastewater Department
11150 Highway 70
Arlington, TN 38002

** public inquiries shall be directed to Public Works at: 11491 Memphis-Arlington Rd. (901-867-4980)

Director of Wastewater: Gilbert Rivera, Jr (email Wastewater Director)

Hours of Operation:

  • Mon - Friday: 7AM - 3:30PM

  • Sat - Sun:  Closed

Holiday Closings 2024

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  • MLK, Jr. Day (January 15)

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  • Good Friday (March 29)

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  • Independence Day (July 4)

  • Labor Day (September 2)

  • Veterans' Day (November 11)

  • Thanksgiving (November 28-29)

  • Christmas (December 24-25)

aerial of wastewater treatment plant and adjacent treatment ponds