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Curious Iowa: How does Cedar Rapids keep its sewer lines clear?
Jun 2, 2023
https://www.thegazette.com/article/curious-iowa-how-does-cedar-rapids-keep-its-sewer-lines-clear/
Most people don’t think about what they send down the drain until a sink or toilet clogs. But the Cedar Rapids sewer maintenance team is always thinking about that — and working to keep pipes clear.
Curious Iowa is a new series from The Gazette that seeks to answer your questions about the state, its culture and the people who live here. One curious Iowan wondered: “What are the huge trucks parked on some Cedar Rapids streets? And why are they dropping lines into the sewers?”
We set out to find the answer, which includes a small, tank-like vehicle that’s operated with a video game controller.