PALM BAY, Fla. – After dealing with a significant sewer main break, Palm Bay said the leak was contained, but residents have been urged to avoid Turkey Creek and nearby waterways.

The break, which happened Monday near 1050 Clearmont Street NE, involved a 20-inch sewer main that is a primary feed to the city’s wastewater treatment plant.

“Due to the critical nature of the line, the flow cannot be immediately halted, resulting in an active discharge of wastewater onto the ground,” the city said before the repair.

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Crews contained the leak as of Monday night, according to city officials, who added that complete repairs were anticipated by midnight.

Throughout the day, the city said vacuum trucks were recovering discharged wastewater and planned to run into Tuesday to “assist in the cleanup and environmental recovery process.”

“Residents are still urged to avoid contact with Turkey Creek or surrounding waterways until further notice. This includes no fishing, boating, or swimming. However, there is no impact to the City’s drinking water supply, which remains safe and unaffected,” the city said Monday night.

Residents can contact a citizen hotline to receive the latest information at 321-726-5683.

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