Every Drop Counts: How Wastewater Treatment is impacted by Drought A Drier Winter Means Every Flush Counts The holidays are a time for family, celebration, and plenty of home cooking. From gravy to green bean casserole, those festive meals can leave your kitchen (and your drains) working overtime. But this year, there’s another reason to […]
The Sanitary District of Decatur is preparing for a maintenance contractor to perform work on the Eastside Interceptor. A portion of this project will be financed through the Water Pollution Control State Revolving Loan Program. As part of the program requirements, the proposed Ordinance must be published in a local newspaper and made available for […]
Listening Is Part of the Job: Why SDD Surveys Matter At the Sanitary District of Decatur (SDD), protecting public health and the environment isn’t just about pipes, pumps, and treatment processes—it’s also about maintaining a clear, two-way conversation with the people we serve. Surveys are one of the most effective tools we use to keep […]
Our team is currently transitioning to a new and more efficient phone system. During this period of implementation and training, there may be minor disruptions. We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to complete this upgrade. For the most up-to-date contact information, please refer to our updated directory page to find the […]
From Recognition to Results: How the Sanitary District of Decatur Delivered for Residents in 2024 In 2024, the Sanitary District of Decatur (SDD) reached new milestones in operational excellence, environmental stewardship, and public service. The District was honored to receive the 2024 Plant of the Year Award from the Illinois Association of Water Pollution Control […]
We want to hear from you. Since 2022, the Sanitary District of Decatur has been working to better connect with the communities we serve, including Decatur, Forsyth, Mt. Zion, Argenta, Oreana, and greater Macon County and your input can help us do more. This short 5–10 minute survey will let us know if our branding […]
Attached please find a copy of the approved Winning Chemical Bids List & Tabulations for 2025. If you have any questions please contact Ashley Bailey, Director of Compliance & Innovation via email at ashleyb@sddcleanwater.org or phone: (217) 422-6931 ext. 214. 2025 Final Winning Chemical Bids Table and Tabulation Report – 042325.
Safety: More than just a practice, it’s a culture at SDD By Kent Newton On Friday, July 29, 1983, a pipe at the bottom of a 20-foot-deep dewatering pit needed to be opened. The procedure was routine but not without risk. A sanitary district employee needed to climb down a ladder, maneuver over some […]
The Board of Commissioners of the Sanitary District of Decatur, Macon County, Illinois will hold a public hearing on April 23, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. at the Administrative Office of the District, 501 Dipper Lane, Decatur, Illinois, concerning the tentative 2025-2026 Budget and Appropriation Ordinance in accordance with the Illinois Municipal Budget Law, 50 ILCS […]
The Sanitary District of Decatur has scheduled a meeting on March 19, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. to present information and receive comments from the public regarding the operation & maintenance plan, pollution prevention plan, & public notification concerning its combined sewer overflow treatment facilities. The meeting will be held in the Board Room at the […]
Sealed bids for treatment plant chemicals for the Sanitary District of Decatur, Illinois will be received at the District’s office, 501 Dipper Lane, Decatur, Illinois 62522 until 10:00 a.m. local time on April 02, 2025, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud. Bids are requested for 28% Liquid Urea-Ammonium Nitrate (UAN), Sodium […]
Understanding Property Taxes: How They Are Used To Benefit Residents In Illinois, local governments decide how much money they need to collect from taxes to fund community services, with different limitations depending on the type of government. This request for money is called a tax levy. Property taxes help pay for direct and indirect services […]