Flushables vs Non-Flushables

Please help keep our pump stations from clogging by only flushing products that state they are flushable.

Flushable Items

Products stating flushable on the package are ok to flush.

Non-Flushable

  • Cat Litter
  • Chemicals
  • Cigarette Butts
  • Clothes Dryer Sheets
  • Coffee Grinds
  • Dental Floss
  • Diapers
  • Dirt / Soil
  • Feminine Napkins
  • Latex Gloves
  • Paper Towels
  • Plastic Bags
  • Prescriptions / Medicines

Thank You

The City of Anacortes Wastewater Treatment Plant thanks you!

Articles and Links

Please see these articles about the damage of flushing items not meant for our sewer systems. 

MSNBC - NY - YouTube

Arlington TN - Webpage

Locust NC - Webpage

England - Webpage