Port-A-Potty History

Up to 2 million people are expected to be in Washington, D.C. for Tuesday's presidential inauguration. That means a lot of portable toilets will be needed!

By: Jennifer Rogers | WKRG
Published: January 16, 2009

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Next week's presidential inauguration will make history. And not just because Barack Obama will be taking the oath of office.

Port-a-potty pro Conrad Harrell says the inauguration will be the largest temporary restroom event in U.S. history. Harrell is with Don's Johns, which is supplying many of the 5,000 port-a-johns.

But will that be enough for up to 2 million people who might have to go? Inauguration committee organizers say yes. They also note many of Washington's downtown museums will be open for people seeking a restroom or a place to warm up.