Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I start up sewer service?
A: Sewer service charges are collected with the property tax for the parcel. There is no need to set up an account with Salida Sanitary District. The owner of the property will receive a tax statement from Stanislaus County that lists the sewer service charges for the property.
Q: Can I dump cooking oils, grease and fats down the drain?
A: The answer is NO! Cooking oils, grease and fats are great for cooking and
frying and coating pots and pans. BUT, they also clog drain pipes and
cause sewer pipes to back up. Keep your pipes running free! Cool down your
cooking oil, grease and fat. Pour them into a can – not down the drain.
Also wipe out pots and pans with a paper towel before doing dishes. You
use less soap and do not clog your drains.
Q: What is the most common cause of sewer clogs?
A: People dumping cooking grease and oils down the drain.
Q: What if the line that runs from my house to the sewer main is stopped or
broken?
A: Salida Sanitary District Ordinance states, "Users are responsible for maintaining, at their expense, the condition and operation of their respective sewer lines from the point of connection to the lateral to their property line, as well as from the property line to the structure or other facility being served by the sewer service."
