Oak Hill Sanitary Board to Conduct Sewer System Smoke Testing
The Oak Hill Sanitary Board will conduct smoke testing of sanitary and storm sewer systems in the area around Greentown Loop Road.
Bluefield Beckley Oak Hill, WV, October 2, 2026 — The Oak Hill Sanitary Board is scheduled to perform smoke testing on its sanitary and storm sewer systems. This testing will focus on the area surrounding Greentown Loop Road.
The Oak Hill Sanitary Board has announced plans to conduct smoke testing of the local sewer infrastructure. The initiative will encompass both the sanitary and storm sewer systems within a specific geographic area. The testing is designated to take place in the vicinity of Greentown Loop Road.
Smoke testing is a common method used by municipalities to identify leaks and defects in sewer lines. During the process, a non-toxic, artificial smoke is blown into the sewer system. When the smoke escapes through openings, such as cracks, faulty joints, or illegal connections, it indicates potential problem areas that could allow groundwater to enter the sanitary sewer or allow sewage to escape into the environment.
Specific details regarding the exact dates and times for the smoke testing were not immediately available. Additionally, information concerning the duration of the testing period or any potential disruptions to residents in the affected area has not been publicly released at this time. The Oak Hill Sanitary Board has not provided details on the contractor performing the work.
Residents in the Greentown Loop Road area may observe smoke emanating from manholes or other points in the sewer system. This is a standard indicator during the testing process. The Oak Hill Sanitary Board has not yet provided guidance on what steps, if any, will follow this diagnostic testing phase.
Story summarized from the original created by Brandy Lawrence on woay.com, see more information here.
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