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City continuing investigation into intermittent sewer odors affecting Ward 4; tests so far show normal sewage readings
Summary
Council received an update on intermittent foul odors reported in the Woodhill subdivision and Ward 4 area. Staff said the sanitary system has been flushed and televised, smoke testing and manhole repairs performed, manhole scrubbers installed, air monitoring conducted twice daily with readings so far normal, and an outside industrial waste
Mentor City Council on Oct. 7 received an update from city staff on an ongoing investigation into intermittent foul odors reported in Ward 4 and the Woodhill subdivision. Staff described a sequence of tests and repairs but said the source remains undetermined.
Why it matters: Residents in the affected neighborhood have reported repeated odor events, often in early morning or evening hours. Foul sanitary sewer odors can indicate public‑health or infrastructure issues; city staff are working with the Lake County General Health District and the Ohio EPA and have taken steps to identify the source.
What the city has done
City staff reported they have flushed and televised the sanitary sewer in the area and found no blockages. They smoke‑tested the system to identify leaking manholes, repaired two…
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