ONWASA has scheduled smoke testing for sewer lines in the Southwest area on April 10, 2023 beginning at 8:00 am until 3:30 pm. The purpose of this smoke testing is to locate any breaks or defects in the wastewater collections system so they can be addressed and fixed properly.
The area includes portions of Burgaw HWY (HWY 53) from 1260 Burgaw HWY to 1476 Burgaw HWY and 2508 Burgaw HWY to 2800 Burgaw HWY including Blue Creek Mobile Home Park, Southwest Elementary School, and Southwest High School.
ONWASA recommends customers in the areas of smoke testing run water in every bath and sink drain for at least 1 minute on each morning the smoke testing will take place. This will ensure the drain traps are full so that no smoke will enter the home. If smoke exits through the roof vent, everything is working properly.
The Smoke is:
NON-TOXIC, NON-STAINING HAS A SLIGHT ODOR, WHITE
TO GRAY IN COLOR AND CREATES NO FIRE HAZARD.
You Do Not have to be on site during testing.
It will be normal to see smoke coming from rooftop vent stacks, manholes or sewer openings. If you see smoke in your home from this testing, you will need to contact a plumber as that will be an indication of a sewer line leak in your home. ONWASA personnel will be on-site in the areas of smoke testing to address any concerns.
If you have questions or concerns, please call 910-455-0722.
