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SFPUC considers sewer‑lateral inspection, point‑of‑sale and insurance options amid aging network
Summary
The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission reviewed data showing more than 160,000 sewer laterals (avg. age ~70 years), discussed homeowner vs. city responsibility at the curb, and directed staff to issue an RFP to evaluate insurance, point‑of‑sale inspection and other program options within roughly 30 days.
The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission on Sept. 13 heard a detailed presentation on the city’s sewer‑lateral system and moved to seek outside evaluation of program options to address aging infrastructure.
Tommy Waller, assistant general manager for wastewater, told commissioners the utility is responsible for the lower lateral up to the curb while homeowners are responsible for the lateral between the curb and the building. "We have over 160,000 sewer laterals," he said, noting the system represents about 900 miles…
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