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Contact Information: Howard Wellspring 1301 Young St, Ste 1071 Dallas, TX 75202-5433 (214) 767-5197 howard.wellspring@ihs.gov Activity: Civil / Landscaping Keyword: sanitary sewer pipe CSO No.:02530 Background: Tops of concrete sanitary sewer pipes were found with cracks and in some cases were totally dissolved due to exposure to hydrogen sulfide contained in the raw sewage. Lessons Learned: Don't use concrete material for sanitary sewer pipes. Recommended Action: Use PVC or HDPE pipes for sanitary sewers. Location: Houston, Texas Program: Municipal Services Date: 08/16/2006