Articles and News Releases

These blog articles and other resources are available to help bridge the gap and educate those on the importance of overcoming sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs), reducing storm water inflow, and preventing other dangers to the environment.

Infiltration and Inflow Case Study
Inflow & Infiltration

Infiltration and Inflow Revisited

By: David Putnam, Owner of Jabar Corporation; Terry Cox, Manager of West Ouachita Sewer District #5; D. M. Griffin, Jr., PhD, P.E. – Formerly Professor ...
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Wastewater Management

Transforming Wastewater Management: The Sewer Sentry Revolution

Transforming Wastewater Management: The Sewer Sentry Revolution In the intricate web of urban infrastructure, one persistent challenge looms large: the infiltration of rainwater into sanitary ...
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How a Backflow Preventer Works
Backflow Preventer

Understanding the Benefits of Backflow Preventers for Your Home

In this article, we will dive deep into the world of backflow preventers and explore the numerous benefits they offer to homeowners. Backflow preventers are ...
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What is a Backwater Valve?
Sewer Backup Prevention

Sewer Backwater Valves

Whenever there’s a sudden downpour, there’s a risk that your kitchen, bathroom or basement could experience a water backup problem. It’s bad enough if clean ...
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FEMA Funds Awarded to City of Walker, LA
Local News & Recognition

FEMA Grant Worth $426K to Improve Walker’s Sewer Mitigation Project

Originally posted by The Livingston Parish News on Dec 9, 2022 Several years of hard work has finally paid off in the efforts to obtain ...
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Local News & Recognition

Oak Grove Awarded $300,000 in DEQ Funds for New Manhole Covers

Originally posted by The News Star on May 7, 2021. The Town of Oak Grove Water/Sewer Department was awarded a $300,000 loan with 100% forgiveness ...
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