Full Notification

Public Notification: Smoke Testing

The Flatwoods-Canoe Run Public Service District, in conjunction with the Town of Gassaway and E. L.
Robinson Engineering will begin smoke testing the sanitary sewer lines in the Town of Gassaway during
the week of April 10, 2023. Smoke testing will be done Monday through Friday from the hours of
9:00AM to 5:00PM. Testing may be delayed to later in the week or until the following week due to
inclement weather.
These tests will assist us in locating breaks and defects in the sewer system. During the test, YOU MAY
SEE WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM VENT STACKS ON BUILDINGS, DOWN SPOUTS ON HOUSES AND
BUSINESSES OR FROM HOLES IN THE GROUND. Don’t be alarmed. The smoke has no odor, is non-toxic
non-staining, does not create a fire hazard, and will dissipate in a few minutes.
Before we conduct the smoke test, please pour water into your basement floor drains, and into any
unused showers, bath tubs or commodes. You may seal any other open drains by placing a wet towel or
cloth over the drain. This will seal the drain and/or drain traps so the smoke will not enter your building
through the drain.
If smoke should enter your building during the test, it probably means there are defects in the plumbing
that could allow dangerous sewer gas to enter. Please note the location of the smoke and call the
District business office at 304-765-2300 to arrange a meeting with District personnel. Open doors and
windows to ventilate any smoke that enters the building.
If you have any of the following situations, please make arrangements prior to the beginning of smoke
testing:
*A person who will be alone and is an invalid or sleeping during the test.
*Any individuals with respiratory problems who will be in the building.
*Elderly persons who will be alone and might be alarmed or confused if they see smoke.
*Dogs, birds or other pets that will be confined alone in the building during the test.
If you have any questions regarding the smoke test, please call the District’s business office at 304-765-
2300.