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<br />News Release – Testing and Inspection of Wastewater Lines Begins July 25 <br />July 21, 2011 <br />Page 2 <br /> <br />If smoke testing reveals a defect in the public portion of the wastewater collection <br />system, the defect is corrected as soon as possible. If extensive defects are found, capital <br />rehabilitation projects are planned, funded and completed to correct the problem. <br />If smoke testing identifies a stormwater connection prohibited in the City code, such as a <br />roof drain connected to the sanitary sewer, the property owner is notified and is required to <br />correct the problem. <br />If the testing indicates a defect in the private portion of the sewer (usually in the line that <br />connects the building to the public sewer), the owner is notified of potential problems with the <br /> <br />sewer, and repair or replacement of the defective line is recommended. <br />Residents with questions about the City's smoke testing program can call the Public <br />Works Maintenance Division at 541-682-4800. <br /># # # <br /> <br />Public Works Administration ● City of Eugene ● 101 E. Broadway, Suite 400, Eugene, OR 97401 <br />Phone 541-682-8421 ● Fax 541-682-6826 ● www.eugene-or.gov/pw <br />