Combined Sewer Overflows

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Combined sewer overflow (CSO) notifications are distributed by the Lynn Water and Sewer Commission.
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Combined sewer overflow were built as part of sewer collection systems that were designed to carry both sewage and stormwater in the same pipe. When there is not a lot of stormwaters, this mix is transported to a wastewater treatment plant where it is processed.

For more information about Massachusetts role in Sanitary Sewer Systems & Combined Sewer Overflows, please visit:
Mass.gov - Sanitary Sewer Systems & Combined Sewer Overflows