Sewer manholes are access points to Council’s sewer mains and are used to check the condition of sewers, clear blockages in sewer lines and provide access to investigate and rectify infiltration. Good access is essential.
We understand that at times property owners, builders, or developers may require a manhole to be raised or lowered due to works going on within a property. On application, a manhole adjustment request will be assessed and if approved, undertaken by Shoalhaven Water free of charge.
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Other than Council employees or persons contracted to Council, no person is allowed to conduct work on Council owned sewerage infrastructure (including sewer manholes).
We conduct routine manhole inspections to ensure sewer manholes:
- Are accessible and visible
- Do not leak or have stormwater directed into them, and
- Do not contain tree roots or blockages.
If a manhole within your property is not accessible, Council may direct you to make it accessible or do work on your behalf. In some instances, excavation may be required.