June 12, 2025 | 10:30 AM UPDATE: City of Palm Bay Responds to Sewer Force Main Break

Remediation efforts are continuing following the sewer forcemain break near 1050 Clearmont Street NE. As of this morning, crews have completed soil removal to a depth of 12 inches in the affected area. Clean fill material is scheduled to be brought in today; however, it will not be applied until soil test results are received and verified to ensure conditions are safe for restoration.

In consultation with the environmental team working alongside Cathcart Construction, crews will also be installing an aerator in the affected area. This additional step is intended to help mitigate any potential downstream environmental impacts and support recovery of the water body.

The City continues to work closely with its Environmental Team to evaluate any further actions needed to ensure full remediation and protect the Indian River Lagoon. Coordination with local regulatory authorities is ongoing to ensure all activities remain in compliance with environmental and safety standards.

Water quality test results from the initial round of sampling are expected back at any time. These results will help guide the next phase of environmental response and monitoring.

Further updates will be provided as needed, with more detailed information expected to be released this afternoon. The citizen hotline 321-726-5683 will have the most current information. For media inquiries, please contact the City of Palm Bay Public Information Officer, Christina Born.