New Pipes for Old: A Study of Recent Advances in Sewer Pipe Materials and Technology

Abstract

This report identifies and evaluates new and alternative materials and techniques used in sewer systems and considers design developments and implications that have arisen from these new materials and methods. Published by WERF. 220 pages. Soft cover.

Originally funded as WERF project 97-CTS-3.

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New Pipes for Old: A Study of Recent Advances in Sewer Pipe Materials and Technology

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New Pipes for Old: A Study of Recent Advances in Sewer Pipe Materials and Technology

Abstract

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New Pipes for Old: A Study of Recent Advances in Sewer Pipe Materials and Technology

Flood Grouting for Infiltration Reduction on Private Side Sewers

Sewer Lateral Electro Scan Field Verification Pilot

Case Studies: Methods for Cost-Effective Rehabilitation of Private Lateral Sewers

Post-Wildfire Distribution System Water Quality Impacts and Potential Responses

Soapstone Valley Park Sewer Rehabilitation Project - Air Quality Site Monitoring and Emissions Testing

Water Utility Resilience: A Case Study of the 2021 Marshall Fire

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