Topeka, Kansas, has approximately 760 miles of sanitary sewers, and despite a proactive approach to maintenance, the inevitable deterioration of certain infrastructure assets is still a problem. Like many other cities, Topeka perennially faces the common problem of manhole damage caused by H2S corrosion.
Today’s market offers an unprecedented range of solutions for utility asset protection. For manhole rehabilitation in particular, solutions can range from quick, temporary fixes for emergency situations to a plethora of sound rehabilitation options that provide long-term solutions. When considering solutions, numerous factors come into play.
A “quick fix” in the form of a cement repair can sometimes
