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Beginning Monday, November 7, and continuing through Friday, November 18, the City will perform sewer line smoke testing. See the schedule below and the maps for testing locations.

During testing, a non-toxic smoke will be introduced into manholes, eventually flowing into sewer lines. Any open breaks in the City’s sewer collection system as well as improper connections (like roof downspouts) will be identified by the presence of smoke. 

The smoke is non-toxic, non-staining, white to gray in color, has a slight odor, and creates no fire hazard. City water and sewer service customers are advised to pour a gallon of water into every sink, tub, and floor drain that is not used on a daily basis before November 7. This will fill the p-traps and ultimately prevent smoke from entering into their building. 

Traffic signs and cones will be in place at testing locations and motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes to avoid the areas. Dates and times may change due to weather or last-minute changes in the work schedule.

The job is part of the City’s ongoing Sewer Rehabilitation Program, which is funded by water and sewer rates.

Questions? Call Mario Edouard at 336-373-2527. 

Visit www.greensboro-nc.gov/RoadProjects to learn more about lane and road closures and subscribe to receive email notifications about upcoming work on City streets.

For water and sewer emergencies, 24-hour contact area, water main breaks, sewer stoppages, taste, odor and discolored drinking water, and hydrant flushing, call 336-373-2033.

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