Public Health Act 1848

As to cleansing and emptying Sewers, &c. by Local Board.

XLVI. And be it enacted, That the Local Board of Health shall cause the Sewers vested in them by this Act to be constructed, covered, and kept so as not to be a Nuisance or injurious to Health, and to be properly cleared, cleansed, and emptied; and for the Purpose of clearing, cleansing, and emptying the same they may construct and place, either above or under ground, such Reservoirs, Sluices, Engines, and other Works as may be necessary, and may cause all or any of such Sewers to communicate with and be emptied into such Places as may be fit and necessary, or to cause the Sewage and Refuse therefrom to be collected for Sale for any Purpose whatsoever, but so as not to create a Nuisance.