What is Smoke Testing?
Smoke testing is a technology where non-hazardous smoke vapor is injected into sewer pipelines to detect improper connections, which often allow extra storm water to enter the sewer system. The extra water has the potential to overwhelm the system’s capacity and lead to a sewer spill.
We are pleased to report the Leucadia Wastewater District has gone more than three years without having a sewer spill, which is the longest in the District’s history. This is a huge achievement considering the District’s Field Services Team maintains more than 200 miles of pipeline, 10 pump stations, and more than 5,000 manholes. Due to the vastness of underground pipeline systems, sewer spills can be difficult to avoid. In a typical year, wastewater agencies in our region can experience up to two spills.
Reminder that smoke testing started TODAY through June 16, 2023 from 7:30AM – 3:45PM on the following streets in Encinitas indicated on the map below.
For more information on non-toxic smoke, check out the safety data sheet on our website here: https://www.lwwd.org/smoke-testing-notice.
Did you know the District has an Instagram account? 📸 Our username is @leucadiawastewater!
Follow our Instagram to learn how we collect and transport about 4.5 million gallons of wastewater 24/7, 365 days a year. We will be sharing environmental tips, photos/videos of our wastewater process, updates, informational PSAs, beautiful imagery of our District & much more!
It's World Environment Day 🌎 🌿
Since 1974, World Environment Day has been celebrated on June 5th every year to raise awareness and promote healthy actions on pressing environmental issues.
Smoke Testing Alert🚨
The District will be conducting smoke tests on the following streets in Encinitas as indicated on the map below during the week of June 12-June 16, 2023 from 7:30AM – 3:45PM. Residents should have already received a door hanger notice.
Did you know the District has a surf cam overlooking Ponto Beach in Carlsbad?
As we approach summer, we want to make sure you’re aware of this valuable tool.
View the surf, sun and parking before heading out to the beach! Link here: http://bit.ly/pontosurfcam 🌊
#Leucadia #Carlsbad #Encinitas #Wastewater #Environment
Meet Field Services Technician Steve and learn how the District uses pumps and pump stations to safely move waste from your homes and businesses dozens of miles to a treatment plant.
Our District is grateful to have someone like Steve who is dedicated to maintaining and supporting our vital infrastructure.
To learn more, check out our website: https://www.lwwd.org/.