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Bookmark or Share- The physics of a water main break | TWRI - Texas A&M UniversityA water main refers to the central pipe within a city’s interconnected water system that gets water from the city to supply to a kitchen faucet. These breaks can be caused by things such as corrosion over time, construction or extreme weather conditions.
- What to Know About Water Use After a Water Main BreakWhat do you need to know about water use after a water main break? The first thing you should know is what will happen to your water when a break occurs. One of the most common signs you’ll notice will be a drop in water pressure from your homes faucets.
- Why water main breaks happen so frequently - Popular ScienceExisting water mains can be made of iron, cement, and even wood. The number one reason that water main breaks happen so often is the age of the US’s water infrastructure.
- 5 Reasons Why Water Mains Break - Hydra-StopThere are multiple reasons why a water main can break, but the result is always the same — disaster. Whether you’re a contractor, utility or municipality, the cleanup and potential liability issues that accompany a water main break are just two of the headaches you’d rather avoid.
- What Happens When a Water Main Breaks? - NetworxHave you ever seen a water main break? It can be extremely dramatic. A broken pipe causes water to shoot out from under the ground with incredible force, creating a geyser that can rise many feet into the air.
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