Wastewater Division
Mission Statement
Our mission is to protect public health and the environment for our community by collecting, transporting, recycling, and treating wastewater in a safe, reliable, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner, while providing excellent service to our customers. We put our mission into action by:
- Providing the safest, most effective, and economical methods for wastewater collection, treatment, and control for residential, commercial, and industrial users
- Providing superior and responsive customer service, which includes providing appropriate and timely public information
- Encouraging and providing continuous training and education for our operators and service technicians
Department Goals
The Wastewater Division management and personnel constantly strive to evaluate and upgrade our current wastewater system and implement the safest and most cost-effective means of wastewater collection and treatment, while satisfying the needs of the community.
The Wastewater Division employs 7 full-time positions. These employees manage, maintain, and operate Camp Verde’s wastewater treatment and collection systems.
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| A backwater valve is a one-way valve that is installed on the building’s “Private Sewer Line” or the lateral sewer line. A professionally installed and maintained backwater valve will prevent the lateral sewer line from backing up with sewage entering the building. The requirements for installation can be found in International Building Code. In support of this code, all structures connected to the Town sewer system require an approved backwater valve. |
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The Wastewater Division operates and maintains 24 miles of publicly owned sewer mains. The system includes 526 manholes. Town crews are responsible to spray manholes for roaches, unplug sewer main stoppages, and to clean and inspect sewer mains.
The Town does not maintain the customer’s sewer lateral. The customer is responsible for the lateral up to the main and including the tap. Any problems on the customer’s side should be handled by a licensed contractor or plumber.
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| Preventative Sewer Line Maintenance |
| The Wastewater Division team is responsible for the implementation of the Sewer Line Preventative Maintenance Program. By using historical data and a variety of specialized cleaning equipment, the entire collection system is cleaned a minimum of every three years. A number of line segments are cleaned more frequently due to tree roots, fats, oils, grease, and pipe condition. |
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Maintenance needs of the collection system are determined by an internal video inspection of the pipes. Wastewater Division crews routinely inspect sewer main line conditions in the collection system utilizing Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) equipment. Video inspections are performed to evaluate existing pipe conditions, verify cleaning efficiency, locate private sewer connections, and provide justification for Capital Improvement Projects to repair or replace old and damaged sewer main lines. These videos are then preserved in the Town’s Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS). |
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The Town of Camp Verde operates and maintains one extended aeration Aero-Mod-style wastewater treatment plant. Since November 22, 2021, we have been providing Class A+ Effluent water using cloth filters and a UV system for polishing with a backup chlorine contact chamber.
The plant is located at 880 S Cowboy Trail, Camp Verde AZ 86322
We also
- use and maintain two lift stations
- are responsible for 23.93 miles of piping
- maintain and service 526 man holes
- process 88.3 MG of sewage annually
- remove 112.22 tons of BOD and 16.59 tons of Ammonia removed on an annual basis.
Learn about the important role these tiny creatures play in our wastewater with our Bacteria of the Month series
Here is a video that explains the process of treating wastewater and what is happening at each stage of the process. It is really interesting and fun at the same time. It's a great watch!
Do you have a Pool or Spa? As we approach the end of the swim season here is the way to drain your pool/spa legally and environmentally friendly.
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Stormwater Division
Mission Statement
The mission of the Storm Water Division is to provide environmental protection, minimize the impacts to citizens, public and private property due to flooding and sediment runoff. Promote public health and safety through the implementation of storm water regulations, public education, policies and best practices.
Storm Water Management Plan
The Town of Camp Verde has one of the last Arizona rivers that flows year round: the Verde River. Within the Camp Verde Town limits, the Verde River watershed includes Beaver Creek and Clear Creek. The Town of Camp Verde, through adoption of our Storm Water Management Plan (SWMP, strives to reduce the discharge of pollutants by working to protect and satisfy appropriate water quality requirements of the Clean Water Act. The Town will periodically publish updates to this website that address implementation of Best Management Practices (BMP’s) and measurable goals required by the Plan. Currently we are in the process of updating our SWMP, when the new version is available we will have it posted on our website and welcome comments and suggestions. You are invited to look at the SWMP at the above link and email Patty with any suggestions or comments. Thank you for being a part of the process!
Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Program
This is a program whose purpose is preventing, locating, identifying, reporting, mitigating and permanently removing illicit discharges of anything but stormwater into the Town of Camp Verde Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System. If you see something draining into a stormwater drain or street that is not stormwater please let us know by filling out this form or call the Stormwater Division at 928-554-0824 or email Patty. It's a team effort to keep our Verde River clean, thank you for doing your part!
Free Dump Days!
The free 2024 Camp Verde Clean Up Days at the Camp Verde Transfer Station are back! They will be accepting trash from 8am - 4pm on October 24, 25, 26, 31 and November 1,2. The items that will be accepted are: household trash, automotive batteries, tires, furniture, and yard trimmings. Items that will not be accepted: Loose trash, liquids, hazardous materials, cars, Ni Cad batteries and dead animals.
Area Drainage Master Study Results are in!
The Town of Camp Verde Area Drainage Master Study has been completed and the Results are in! Please take a moment to look at this document so you will know the areas that will be prioritized and what the impact of the improvements in those areas will be. Thank you for all the public input to help us devise a solid list of projects to improve the lives of citizens of Camp Verde through Stormwater flooding mitigation.
To continue to assist the Town and the project team in development with regard to flood mitigation, please visit our project website to learn more about the project, fill out the drainage survey and check out our Virtual Meeting Room. The Virtual Meeting Room has been developed as an alternative to an in-person meeting an houses exhibits, maps, the Survey and more. Additionally, please visit the Flood Hazard GIS Page developed from the Area Drainage Master Plan. The page details flood prone and flood velocity hazard areas throughout the Town.
ADEQ
2018-2019 MS4 Annual Report
2019-2020 MS4 Annual Report
2020-2021 MS4 Annual Report
2021-2022 MS4 Annual Report
2022-2023 MS4 Annual Report
2023-2024 MS4 Annual Report
MS4 Master Permit
Town of Camp Verde Stormwater Town Policy
Town of Camp Verde Summer Camp Adventures with Stormwater
5/30/24 Week 1: Kinder-3rd Grade: Clouds, Water Walking Experiment 4th-6th Grade: Clear Creek Water Testing - We had so much Fun at Camp Day One of Adventures with Stormwater!
Cloud fun project 
Creek Testing
6/13/24 Week 3: Kinder-3rd Grade: A Fish's Wish Book, Water Conservation Super Hero Name Fun4th-6th Grade: Wastewater Treatment Plant Tour and Education Adventure
Water Conservation Super Hero Name Wastewater Treatment Plant Tour Adventure
6/27/24 Week 5: Kinder-3rd Grade: Water Around the World Demonstration, Bracelets that show all the water in the world and what is accessible for us to use 4th-6th Grade: Faucet and Effluent Water Testing
7/11/24 Week 7: Kinder-3rd Grade: Macroinvertebrate Demonstration 4th-6th Grade: Macroinvertebrate Demonstration We learned about Macroinvertebrates, big thanks to our friends Lauren and Meghan from ADEQ! Here are a bunch of pictures to show you learning really CAN be FUN!!
7/18/24 Week 8: Kinder-3rd Grade: Water Conservation Book 4th-6th Grade: Graphing and data analysis from Clear Creek, faucet and effluent testing events
Water Conservation 
Our Last Day, What does it all mean. We learned what the data we collected in the three different water sources mean for the ecosystem. Thank You Mr. Chet!
It was a wonderful Summer Camp Season and I give a big thank you to all the kids for their attention and interest in Water and Conservation of this Valuable Resource!
Plant the Rain! Rain Garden Information to keep our stormwater here when it rains!
Water Conservation
Today is Imagine a day without water day, ( I did not make that up). Take this test to calculate your water footprint. The US Water Alliance has set up October 17th as a day to Imagine a Day Without Water. This is a good exercise any day though to think about the importance water has in all of our lives. Our bodies are primarily made up of water which is a clue as to how integral it is to sustaining our lives. It is also vital to grow the foods we eat and sustain the plants and animals as well. For more on Imagine a Day Without Water Click here.
Why Should I Care About Water Conservation?
Water is an important part of our lives and conservation is critical in Arizona. Water supplies are a limited resource in this arid state and as the population grows, drought and climate change reduce water supplies. Conservation requires innovative approaches that will help ensure communities, wildlife, industry, and agriculture continue to thrive in an arid environment. Conservation efforts and life-long water saving behaviors will help ensure that we will have enough water for ourselves and for future generations.
What are some ways I can conserve water?
To Conserve Water Outside:
* Plant low-water use, non-invasive and drought-tolerant grasses, ground covers, shrubs and trees.
* Minimize turf/grass areas.
* Check all hoses, connectors, and spigots regularly and repair any leaks as necessary.
* Install a water-efficient drip irrigation system.
* Adjust sprinklers so only landscape is watered and not the house, sidewalk or street.
* Minimize evaporation by watering during the early morning hours when temperatures are cooler.
To Conserve Water Inside:
* Check faucets and pipes for leaks and repair or replace as necessary.
* Replace high-volume toilets (3.5 gallons or more per flush), with the new standard of 1.6 gallons per flush.
* Run your washing machine and dishwasher only when they have a full load.
* Choose water-saving models when purchasing new appliances.
* Make sure each faucet has an aerator.
* Install water-saving showerheads or flow restrictors and keep showers under 5 minutes.
For a fun game with activities that teach about water click on the link on the left hand side of this screen where it says "Check out this fun game".
If you would like some more information regarding Water Conservation please visit AZWater.gov for some great information.
Thank you so much for your interest in Water Conservation to ensure we will have clean, flowing water far into the future.
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