Canton’s Sewer Costs Soar Due to Mammoth Plant – The Mountaineer

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The Canton North Carolina Aldermen have discussed long-term plans for their wastewater treatment plant, which is oversized for the town’s needs. The plant’s current capacity is 2.5 million gallons per day, but the town’s average use is only 1 million gallons per day. This oversizing is leading to high costs for the town, including a $9 million debt for system improvements and potential fines for failure to meet environmental regulations.

Oversized Plant Predicts Expensive Sewer Costs in Canton

The residents of Canton are bracing for a hefty sewer cost following an overly large plant’s shadow. The intimidating plant, a symbol of escalating expenses, sets a gloomy outlook for the town’s future.

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