What is the Sanitary Sewer Smoke Testing investigation program?
The Town of Fort Erie is undertaking an Inflow and Infiltration (I&I) investigation throughout the Town. I&I is stormwater that enters the sanitary sewage system directly through cross connections and roof drains or indirectly through old deficient infrastructure. The program will allow the Town to identify the sources of I&I enabling us to target specific remediation efforts.
Why is inflow and infiltration a problem?
I&I causes many problems in the sanitary sewer system. It reduces pipe capacity which increases the chances of basement flooding, and sewage overflows into the environment. It also increases sanitary sewer treatment cost since stormwater is being processed through the treatment plant.
How is this program going to help solve the problem?
Through programs like these we can identify and start to eliminate sources of I&I. Removing stormwater from the sanitary sewer system reduces the chances of basement flooding, overflows into the environment, and lowers treatment costs. All things that affect the residents of the Town of Fort Erie.
Where are these programs taking place?
The Town of Fort Erie is actively investigating I&I in several priority locations throughout the Town including:
- Fort Erie - North Neighborhood
- Gateway Neighborhood
To see defined project limits, please view the "Study Area Map" on the right side of this page.
