PSA: Traffic Delays on St. Thomas Line; Residents asked to limit wastewater (Nov 4, 2024)

The Town of Paradise advises that traffic interruptions are expected on St. Thomas Line, in the area of the intersection with Ridgewood Drive, as of 6 a.m. on Monday, November 4, due to valve and sewer main repair work. This work is part of addressing the issues at Lift Station 10. Traffic control will be on site and priority will be given to school buses travelling in the area. Traffic interruptions will also continue at the intersection of St. Thomas Line and Topsail Road with pumper trucks and equipment working on Lift Station 10. Drivers are asked to find alternate routes if possible.

Lift Station 10 is operating under limited capacity and as a result, residents need to minimize wastewater use such as flushing toilets, using washing machines, and running dishwashers. We understand the inconvenience placed on residents and ask for their support. Reducing wastewater use will help alleviate pressure on the sewer system which is needed as crews work to address the issues at Lift Station 10.  

Crews remain on site at Lift Station 10 and are working to resolve the issues. Pumper trucks will continue working throughout the night on Sunday, November 3 and into Monday, November 4. We recognize the noise disruption for residents in the immediate vicinity, and we apologize for the inconvenience. 

The Town has invested in a new lift station to replace Lift Station 10 at the corner of Topsail Road and St. Thomas Line. Construction of the new facility started in January 2023 and is expected to be completed and operational in Winter 2025.