Public Works Wastewater Collection Office is a part of the Department of Public Works of the City of Baton Rouge in Louisiana. The Department of Public Works is responsible for the maintenance of streets and roads in the city. The department also handles the operation of drainage facilities and sewer collection lines. It operates several sewer treatment facilities, as well as builds various codes of enforcement. The Department of Public Works specializes in construction inspection and approval services and maintenance of public buildings. The department offers engineering services for construction projects, including traffic control device maintenance and engineering. Its wastewater division is responsible to handle sewer cave-ins, stoppages and backups.