Municipal and Commercial Manhole Condition Assessment
Find the Manholes Leaking Water, Losing Structure and Driving Repair Costs
CIT Sewer Solutions inspects the full manhole from the frame to the invert. We document active infiltration, open joints, deteriorated brick and mortar, corrosion, pipe connection failures, bench damage and previous repairs. Our inspection gives your team a permanent 360° condition record for maintenance planning, engineering review, bid development and rehabilitation decisions.
- Sanitary and storm structures
- Single assets or system-wide programs
- Pre-rehabilitation documentation
- Post-rehabilitation verification
- Optional MACP condition reporting
Why Manhole Condition Matters
Unknown manhole conditions create expensive problems throughout the system
Water entering through manhole joints, chimneys, walls and pipe connections consumes sewer capacity during wet weather. Deteriorated structures create maintenance calls, difficult bid scopes and repair decisions based on incomplete information.
We give municipalities, engineers and property owners a complete record of each structure so they can locate visible problems, rank repair needs and build a practical plan around actual field conditions.
Flows rise after rain or snowmelt
Leaking joints, defective chimneys and open penetrations can introduce groundwater and runoff into the sanitary system. We document the visible entry points inside each manhole.
The same area keeps surcharging or backing up
A damaged bench, restricted channel, loose masonry or failed connection can affect flow through the structure. Our inspection records the full path through the manhole.
Old brick manholes have limited condition records
We document mortar loss, displaced brick, active leaks, mineral deposits, voids and previous repairs so your team can identify structures requiring closer review.
Contractors are pricing around unknown conditions
Complete footage gives estimators and engineers a shared view of the structure before quantities, access plans and rehabilitation methods are finalized.
The repair list is larger than the available budget
Our asset-based documentation helps owners separate minor maintenance concerns from structures showing active leakage or significant deterioration.
The property has manholes nobody has recently inspected
CIT Sewer Solutions can inspect private sanitary and storm structures across commercial campuses, industrial sites, distribution facilities and institutional properties.
How We Inspect the Structure
We capture the complete manhole in one controlled inspection
Our crew centers the TREKK360 system over the opening and lowers the illuminated camera through the structure. The camera records continuously from the top of the manhole through the barrel, bench, channel and invert.
The 360° footage allows our team, the owner and the project engineer to look around the entire structure after the fieldwork is complete. We can return to a specific joint, wall, pipe connection or repair area within the recorded inspection.
CIT Sewer Solutions can complete individual problem investigations, targeted basin inspections and larger asset inventory programs. We organize the fieldwork around your map, manhole numbering system, known trouble areas and required reporting format.
- Complete visual coverage from frame to invert
- High-resolution footage in dark and wet structures
- Controlled camera movement through the manhole
- Digital records organized by asset number or location
- Inspection footage suitable for condition coding workflows
- Optional panoramic and photogrammetry-based outputs
Frame to Invert Documentation
We inspect every part of the manhole that can affect flow, capacity and repair planning
The visible condition of the structure helps determine where water is entering, how the manhole is deteriorating and what additional investigation or rehabilitation should follow.
- Frame and cover seating
- Adjustment rings and chimney area
- Cone and transition sections
- Brick, block and concrete walls
- Horizontal and vertical joints
- Pipe penetrations and connections
- Drop connections and internal piping
- Benches and flow channels
- Invert condition and obstructions
- Coatings, grout and previous repairs
- Active infiltration and mineral deposits
- Visible cracking, corrosion and section loss
Conditions We Document
We find the visible defects behind I&I, deterioration and repeat maintenance
Our footage gives your team specific visual evidence tied to a specific manhole. That record supports maintenance decisions, engineering review, contractor pricing and future comparison.
Water entering through joints and walls
We document active leaks, damp joints, mineral buildup and stained flow paths that show where groundwater has been entering the structure.
Brick movement and mortar loss
Our inspection records missing mortar, loose or displaced brick, cracking and visible deformation that may require maintenance or structural evaluation.
Voids, openings and missing structure
We capture exposed soil, missing masonry, large openings and other visible conditions that should be brought into the repair scope.
Turn the Inspection Into a Work Plan
We help your team decide which structures need attention first
A large collection system may contain hundreds or thousands of manholes. A commercial or industrial campus may have a smaller private network with little reliable documentation. Both situations require a practical way to identify the assets creating the greatest operational risk.
CIT Sewer Solutions can organize the inspection around wet weather problem areas, known maintenance history, proposed construction, rehabilitation planning or an asset management program.
- Identify visible sources of manhole infiltration
- Separate routine maintenance from significant deterioration
- Give engineers field evidence for rehabilitation planning
- Give contractors clearer conditions for project pricing
- Create a baseline before repair or lining work begins
- Document completed work for closeout and future review
Who We Work With
CIT Sewer Solutions builds the inspection around your system and your responsibility
The value of the inspection depends on the decision it needs to support. We structure our fieldwork and deliverables around the owner, engineer, contractor or facility team using the information.
Locate I&I and prioritize rehabilitation
We help public works departments document structures in wet weather basins, aging neighborhoods, surcharge areas and planned capital improvement zones.
Build scopes around current field conditions
Our footage supports condition review, asset ranking, rehabilitation design, quantity development, bid documents and preconstruction coordination.
Protect production and private utility systems
We inspect sanitary, process-adjacent and storm structures across manufacturing plants, warehouses, distribution centers and large operating sites.
Document buried assets before failure or redevelopment
CIT can inspect structures serving shopping centers, office parks, multifamily communities, mixed-use sites and multi-building properties.
Organize conditions across a complex property
We support hospitals, schools, universities, correctional facilities and government campuses with private sewer and drainage networks.
Document conditions before and after the work
Our inspections support estimating, access planning, rehabilitation preparation, project records, completion verification and owner turnover.
When to Call CIT
Use our manhole inspection service when the next decision requires field evidence
Wet Weather I&I Investigation
Inspect manholes in basins with elevated flow, pump station loading, surcharge history or recurring sanitary sewer overflow concerns.
Annual Capital Planning
Build an organized condition record that helps your team rank manhole maintenance and rehabilitation needs for the coming budget cycle.
Rehabilitation Design
Give the engineer current footage of the structure before grouting, masonry repair, coating, lining or replacement requirements are developed.
Commercial Due Diligence
Review private sanitary and storm structures before property acquisition, redevelopment, major construction or utility responsibility changes.
Pre-Bid Documentation
Give bidders a consistent view of existing conditions and reduce uncertainty surrounding access, deterioration and visible repair needs.
Post-Rehabilitation Verification
Document repaired joints, coatings, liners, benches and connections for project closeout, warranty records and future condition comparison.
Our Inspection Process
We manage the project from the asset list through the final files
Our crew follows a repeatable process that keeps footage, locations and observations tied to the correct structure.
Define the Inspection Area
We review your asset list, map, known problem locations, project deadline and required deliverables.
Inspect Each Structure
Our crew opens the structure, centers the system and records the manhole from the surface through the invert.
Document Visible Conditions
We organize the footage and identify active infiltration, deterioration, damaged connections and other visible concerns.
Deliver the Project Record
Your team receives the video, selected images, asset information and reporting included in the agreed scope.
What Your Team Receives
A usable condition record tied to your assets
We build the deliverable package around the purpose of the project. A targeted service call may need video and defect images. A municipal program may require asset organization, coding and structured reports.
Condition coding available by project scope
NASSCO’s MACP program provides a consistent method for recording manhole conditions. CIT Sewer Solutions can include MACP-based assessment and reporting when required for the project.
360° Inspection Video
A complete visual record that allows reviewers to look around the structure and revisit specific areas.
Condition Images
Selected images documenting infiltration, deterioration, pipe connections, bench conditions and significant defects.
Asset Identification
Files organized by manhole number, site location, map reference or client-provided asset naming system.
Field Observations
A record of visible leakage, deterioration, access conditions and other observations included in the inspection scope.
Optional MACP Reporting
Standardized condition coding and asset reports can be included for municipalities and engineering programs.
Optional 3D Processing
Qualified footage can support panoramic viewers, photogrammetry-based models and point-cloud outputs when included in the project.
Complete System Investigation
CIT can inspect the manhole, the connected pipelines and the surrounding system
We can combine manhole inspections with additional CIT services to build a broader understanding of the collection system and prepare the next phase of work.
Mainline and Lateral CCTV
Inspect the sewer mains, laterals and service connections entering and leaving the manhole.
View Sewer Televising ServicesSmoke and Dye Testing
Trace inflow paths, cross-connections and surface water entering sanitary sewer infrastructure.
View I&I Testing ServicesTrenchless Pipe Rehabilitation
Move from inspection into pipeline repair when the connected sewer main requires rehabilitation.
View Trenchless Repair ServicesFrequently Asked Questions
Planning a manhole inspection project
Can CIT inspect one problem manhole?
Yes. We can inspect a single structure tied to a backup, active leak, construction project or maintenance concern. We also perform targeted basin inspections and larger system-wide programs.
Can CIT inspect private manholes on commercial property?
Yes. We inspect private sanitary and storm structures serving commercial properties, industrial sites, multifamily developments, institutional campuses and multi-building facilities.
What problems can the inspection document?
We can document active infiltration, open joints, missing mortar, displaced brick, cracking, corrosion, damaged pipe connections, bench deterioration, channel problems, obstructions and visible failures in previous repairs.
Can the inspection be included in an I&I investigation?
Yes. CIT can combine 360° manhole inspections with mainline CCTV, lateral inspection, smoke testing and dye testing to investigate multiple potential sources of inflow and infiltration.
Can CIT provide NASSCO MACP condition coding?
MACP-based condition assessment and reporting can be included when required by the municipality, engineer or project specification. We establish the required coding and report format during project scoping.
Can the inspection support a rehabilitation bid?
Yes. The footage can give engineers and contractors a consistent visual record of current conditions before rehabilitation quantities, access requirements and repair methods are finalized.
Can CIT document completed rehabilitation work?
Yes. We can record coatings, grout repairs, masonry restoration, liners, benches and connections after completion to support closeout and create a baseline for future inspection.
What information should we send for pricing?
Send us the project location, estimated number of manholes, available maps or asset lists, known trouble areas, site access requirements and the deliverables your team needs.
Plan the Inspection
Show us the system, the problem area or the asset list
CIT Sewer Solutions can build a manhole inspection scope around a single commercial property, an industrial facility, a municipal basin or a system-wide condition program. Send us the location, number of structures and the decision your team needs to make.
