Due to storm related issues, District phone lines are operating intermittently. If you have trouble calling the District, please email the District front office at nrhein@thorncreekbasin.org and someone will respond to you as soon as possible. In case of emergency, call 911.
Cleaning Wastewater to Protect the Environment Since 1928 for Chicago South Suburban Communities
The Thorn Creek Basin Sanitary District is a municipal government that acts as the sole wastewater treatment agency for approximately 100,000 people. Organized in 1928 under Illinois state statutes, the Thorn Creek Basin Sanitary District provides wastewater treatment service for the communities of Chicago Heights, Crete, Homewood, Park Forest, South Chicago Heights, and Steger. The Sanitary District is governed by a board of trustees that is appointed by the elected legislative representatives of the communities served by the Sanitary District.
