Sewer Main Break Closes West Ashley Greenway
The Charleston Water System has shut down a section of the trail due to a reported sewer main failure.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Utilities
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A sewer main break in West Ashley has forced the closure of the West Ashley Greenway between Coburg Road and Farmfield Avenue. The sewage leakage is currently impacting nearby marshland and local waterways.
Why it matters
The closure remains in effect as public health and safety protocols require environmental assessments before the trail can safely reopen to residents. Officials are monitoring the impact on the affected area to determine when normal operations can resume.
The sewer main break occurred in West Ashley, resulting in the indefinite closure of the Greenway between Coburg Road and Farmfield Avenue. Water testing is required before the area can reopen to the public.
The players
Charleston Water System
This is the municipal agency responsible for providing water and wastewater services to the city of Charleston.
The details
The Charleston Water System issued an alert regarding the break, which has caused sewage to leak into the adjacent marshland and waterways. Maintenance crews are addressing the issue, and the trail will remain restricted until water quality returns to safe levels.
Timeline
October 20, 2026: Charleston Water System issued the sewer break alert.
Market Landscape
Local utility infrastructure maintenance is critical to preventing environmental contamination in sensitive marshland areas. This closure reflects the ongoing necessity for municipal agencies to manage and repair aging sewer systems to protect the city's natural resources.
Residents and trail users should avoid the affected portion of the West Ashley Greenway between Coburg Road and Farmfield Avenue until further notice. Safety advisories will remain in place to prevent contact with potentially contaminated water until tests confirm it is clean.
The takeaway
Trail users are advised to stay clear of the restricted segment until the utility provider confirms the area is safe. Monitoring local official channels will provide the most current updates on when the path will be open for public use again.
Further reading
For more information on local infrastructure maintenance, visit the Charleston Utilities section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WCIV.
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