Promoted "Water Wednesday: Anatomy of a Main Break"
Published on 10/18/2023
If you’ve ever been in the middle of a water main break, you know it’s no joke. Main breaks are dangerous, difficult, and dirty. They can significantly affect the water supply for whole neighborhoods for hours. Crews must respond quickly, working through mud, debris, and fast-flowing water to discover the source and make the repair. Join us to find out how EBMUD crews repair main breaks, the planning that goes into preventing breaks, and how a single glass bottle can stop extreme water pressure.