protect our water resources
Report a Spill or Illicit Discharge in Saginaw County
Please contact us if you observe or detect:
Suspicious dumping of liquids, grass clippings, leaves, or any other item
A strong wastewater odor
Dead or stressed fish or animals
Leaky septic systems
Sedimentation
An unusual or suspicious discharge in a catch basin or waterway
Dumping of animal wastes
Wastewater on the ground surface
Report by phone:
Staff from the Office of Public Works will be available to receive complaints Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. During these times, please call the Office of Public Works at (989) 790-5258.
All other times please call the Pollution Emergency Alerting System (PEAS) Hotline at 800-292-4706 or 9-1-1 if it is an emergency.
Be prepared to give the following information:
Location of complaint
Source of pollution, if known
Responsible party, if known
Any other relevant information
You may remain anonymous if you desire.
online reporting:
Use the form below to submit your report to the Office of Public Works.
