Nearly 3,000 water main breaks and leaks in San Antonio, Texas
10/18/2022 4:32:02 PM
CATEGORIES:
Relief, Response & Restrictions
Water Supply & Quality
AFFECTED AREAS:
San Antonio, TX
Start Date: 1/1/2022
- End Date: 10/18/2022
San Antonio has had nearly 3,000 water main breaks and leaks in the metropolitan area amid drought, which causes soil to shrink and shift, stressing pipes. The area north of downtown had the most leaks and breaks this year with 38, while far west of downtown by Hunt Lane had 32, per the San Antonio Water System data.
The city has received just a little over 8 inches of rain since the start of the year rather than the typical 32 inches.
San Antonio Express-News (Texas), Oct 18, 2022
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