Manhole Inspections.
With 5,000 manholes, it takes several years between routine inspection of our manholes. As the Sanitary Authority works to improve the operational and management practices to better serve its customers by increasing preventative maintenance and thereby reducing urgent and emergency maintenance, we are discovering that substantial numbers of our manholes are buried. Recognizing that the multitude of our customers that comply with the sewer use regulations should not be burdened with the expense of uncovering and raising the manhole buried by any individual, the Sanitary Authority has adopted the policy of holding the current property owner responsible for all expenses incurred.
Another important aspect of drain covers is their role in public safety. Open or missing drain covers pose a serious risk to pedestrians and cyclists. Accidents caused by falling into open drainage can result in injury or worse. Additionally, poorly maintained drain covers can create tripping hazards on sidewalks and pedestrian pathways. Therefore, local authorities must prioritize the inspection and maintenance of drain covers to ensure that they remain safe and functional.