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.
Non-hazardous smoke is pumped through sewer pipelines to private laterals, and, if properly connected, should flow out of the roof vents of businesses and residences. If the smoke doesn’t flow out the roof vents, there may be an improper connection that would allow storm water into the system. Homeowners with an intentional improper connection could be subject to fines up to $2,500. To view how the District conducts smoke testing, watch this recent video here: bit.ly/Smoke-Testing.
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