ECUA crews will begin smoke testing of the sewer collection system lines in the Navy Point area on Tuesday, May 4, and Wednesday, May 5, to determine if there are areas where stormwater or groundwater are entering the sewer system. An overload of stormwater into the sewer system can lead to sewer system overflows (SSOs) during periods of intense rain.

Testing will generally be conducted from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day. The testing area will include the following:

• Cousineau Rd.
• SE Syrcle Rd.
• NE Syrcle Rd.
• SE Kalash Rd.
• NW Kalash Rd.
• SE Baublits Rd.
• NW Baublits Rd.
• SE Gilliland Rd.
• W. Sunset
• Glendower Ct.
• Gibbs Rd.
• Shasta Rd.
• Berry Rd.
• Payne Rd.
• Greve Rd.
• Flannan Rd.
• Bryant Rd.
• Labree Rd.

White smoke will be circulated into the sewer lines and manholes to locate broken pipes and other defects and will exit from vent pipes on home roofs. The smoke is non-toxic, leaves no residue, and creates no fire hazard. The smoke will not enter the house unless there is defective plumbing present or the drain traps are dry. If potential problems are found on private property, residents will be notified of repairs that may need to be made.

Smoke testing is expected to be completed in one day, weather permitting. For more information or updates on the work's progress, residents may visit the ECUA Advisories page at www.ecua.fl.gov/advisory, or call ECUA Customer Service at 476-0480.

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