The Goal
The Key Largo Wastewater Treatment District Regional Wastewater Project originated from recognition of the need to eliminate septic tanks and illegal cesspits that exist within the District’s boundaries in order to restore the health and economic vitality of its nearshore waters. It was determined that in most areas, a vacuum collection systems would be the most cost effective method for wastewater collection. In some remote areas, however, a gravity collection system that pumps directly into the US1 force main is the most economical alternative.
Service Areas
The Key Largo Wastewater Treatment District (KLWTD) service area is defined as the north end of the Florida Keys at the Dade County line (approximately: US1 mile marker 124) extending south and westward to Tavernier Creek (approximately: US1 mile marker 91) and includes the properties to the east of US 1 along County Road 905 up to but not including the community of Ocean Reef. The remote, sparsely populated areas north and east of mile marker 106.5 will be served by a decentralized sewer system.
