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Optimizing Conditions, Capacity, and Asset Health

What is surcharge in a sewer?

Published January 29, 2026
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What is surcharge in a sewer?

Surcharge occurs when the water level in a gravity sewer rises above the pipe crown, meaning the pipe is running full and pressurized, often during wet weather or downstream restrictions.

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Can I import a .LIF file into PRISM?
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Can I import a .LIF file into PRISM?

No. PRISM supports the import of .xml location files only.

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Is there a limit to the number of files I can store in the Vault?

No. There is no limit to the number of files a user can store at this time.

How do you make sure that the monitor is intact given that the sewer environment has noxious gases which will corrode the metallic parts of the monitor?
Published January 23, 2026

How do you make sure that the monitor is intact given that the sewer environment has noxious gases which will corrode the metallic parts of the monitor?

Product design takes this into account, and materials that are used should be compatible with these environments.

How do I get an xml file for my location to import into PRISM?
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How do I get an xml file for my location to import into PRISM?

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