Our Cast-Iron Pipeline Replacement Program

Press release from Helix Water District:

Dec 6, 2021

Water leaks at your home are inconvenient and costly. Now, imagine leaks happening at the utility scale where large pipes run in streets. That is why Helix Water District proactively maintains and replaces pipe through our cast-iron pipeline replacement program. We reduce the risk of expensive breaks and unexpected interruptions to your water service.

About Cast-Iron Pipe

When East County was expanding in the late 1920’s through the 1950’s, water utilities typically installed cast-iron pipes to deliver water. It is now the oldest pipe material in our distribution system. Most failures from cast-iron pipes are due to age-related corrosion. Although the majority of cast-iron pipes have a protective cement mortar interior lining, underground elements like harsh soils, moisture and movement can cause the outside of the cast-iron pipe to corrode.

This press release was produced by Helix Water District . The views expressed are the author's own.