Cross bores are unintended intersections of utility lines. They can occur when a new natural gas line is installed using trenchless methods and intersects an existing underground lateral sewer connection. A sewer lateral is the underground pipe that connects a residence or business to a main sewer line, which is a large-diameter pipe that channels waste from every lateral to a wastewater processing facility.

Finding outside funding to support improvements and maintenance for wastewater systems can be a daunting task. But the first step in applying for a grant is identifying your needs and assets. Smart communities don’t apply for funding simply because it exists; they apply because they need it.

Manholes are vertical underground confined spaces used by utility personnel as a point of access to a sewer system. 

Sewerlink, the free app for sewer inspection from WinCan, has helped simplify viewing and sharing sewer inspection data securely. Available for Android, Windows and Apple iOS devices, Sewerlink can be used anywhere and with a variety of products, including Envirosight's Jetscan and Quickview airHD, and PRT's DrainSteer.

Take a look back at some of Envirosight's most popular content published throughout 2019. From a quiz on the history of the sewer industry, to a blog looking at the future of it, these pieces covered a range of information and ideas!

While wastewater systems are used around the globe, many people don’t understand what these systems do, or why they are important. But public awareness can directly benefit wastewater utilities by decreasing maintenance costs, increasing community support, and improving the efficiency of inspection and rehab work.

Envirosight’s Phased Assessment Strategy for Sewers (PASS) was built with the goal of working smarter, not harder, to solve the most pressing issues facing the wastewater industry. Many municipalities and sewer professionals lack the time, money and resources needed to maintain deteriorating systems.

What is a Wastewater System?

A wastewater system—also referred to as a sewer system—carries wastewater from homes, businesses and other buildings to a place to be treated or disposed of.