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Perth plans manhole inspections and to buy a camera after sewer issues at Everett and First Road
Summary
Maintenance reported an emergency sewer intrusion at Everett and First Road, multiple manholes with infiltration, and recommended buying a 360-degree inspection camera (~$655) and prioritizing rehab for affected manholes; trustees agreed to inspect roughly 50–60 manholes.
Dave, the village maintenance worker, told trustees that water production was steady but wastewater issues required attention after an emergency at Everett and First Road. A video inspection showed problems in a line and several manholes with intrusion and concrete degradation from sewer gases.
Options discussed included excavating and replacing failed structures or rehabilitating manholes by spraying an epoxy liner to stabilize them. To support a proactive inspection program, Dave proposed buying a 360-degree inspection setup (described as a GoPro on a stick with light) at an estimated cost of about $655. He said the village likely has 50–60 manholes that should be inspected and that early inspection could avoid state-initiated corrective orders.
Board response and next steps: Trustees asked to review camera footage and have the sewer committee meet to prioritize work. Dave will obtain videos and proceed with the camera purchase; the board expects to schedule review with the sewer committee next month.
