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Snowstorms Don’t Just Hit Streets — They Hit Your Collection System. Are You Ready?
The January 2026 snowstorm brought heavy snowfall, ice, and freezing rain across the U.S., causing major disruptions above ground — and major challenges below it.
What O&M teams face when snow starts melting:
- Overwhelmed pipes: Rapid snowmelt pushes excess water into sewers, triggering backups and overflow risks.
- Blockages and clogs: Freeze–thaw cycles shift soil, break roots, and worsen debris buildup — all of which restrict flow.
- Pipe damage: Re‑freezing meltwater expands cracks and weak points, increasing the chance of breaks or collapses.
These conditions make it harder to keep systems running, respond to alarms, and stay ahead of emergency calls.
For over 50 years, ADS Environmental Services® has helped O&M crews stay ahead of problems. Our monitoring solutions deliver the real-time Underground Intelligence™ you need to spot rising levels, identify blockages early, and prevent overflows before they happen.