The SSMP addresses the prevention and cleanup of sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs). All sewage collection agencies are required to comply with the “State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Order No. 2006-0003-DWQ (Order) on Statewide General Waste Discharge Requirements for Wastewater Collection Agencies. The purpose of the Order is to prevent SSOs, and to provide a plan and schedule for measures to be implemented to prevent SSOs, as well as measures to effectively clean up and report any spills. 

The Order requires that each agency properly fund, manage, operate, and maintain the sewage collection system for which it is responsible. The Trabuco Canyon Water District (TCWD or District) is required as an “Enrollee” by the Order to use trained staff (and/or contractors) possessing adequate knowledge, skills, and abilities to complete necessary collection system work and maintenance.