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| With the introduction of new monitoring technology, the
Authority is now able to more precisely identify the points at which excessive
Inflow/Infiltration (I&I) enters the complex network of pipelines, and
measure the volume of I&I entering the system at those source points.
This enables the Authority to work with the communities to create more efficient
storm drainage systems, as well as to distribute the cost of pumping and
treating excessive inflow more accurately. |
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| The Authority's Inflow/Infiltration program is a service
specifically geared to helping Middlesex County municipalities improve their
storm water management. Through the I&I program, the Authority provides
information and technical consultation to improve municipal water management
capabilities, which can minimize the cost to consumers on wastewater services
provided by the MCUA. |
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| The Authority's strategy for the I&I program is to
reduce the quantity of storm and clean water that is introduced into the
Authority's wastewater treatment system during significant storm events.
Because rainwater is essentially clean, treatment is not required before
reintroducing the water into the environment, as long as it does not come
into contact with any contaminants. Excessive amounts of clean water can
significantly increase the complexity of treating the wastewater and places
unnecessary strain on the treatment facility during potentially critical
storm events. |
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