by Southwest EFC | Jul 28, 2026 | Data Management, Operations & Maintenance, Stormwater, Utility Management, Wastewater
In this episode, Eva Schwendimann from the SW EFC discusses the basics of sewer smoke testing in sanitary sewer systems with Mike Rivera. Mike is a Water and Wastewater Utility Specialist at the SW EFC and has a background of working with Water and Wastewater in New...
by Southwest EFC | Jun 30, 2026 | Data Management, Uncategorized
For any small or rural wastewater systems, reporting can become burdensome. If you serve as an operator, sampler, and lab analyst, meeting expectations around data integrity and regulatory reporting can feel overwhelming. Limited staff, time, and resources...
by AJ Barney | Apr 28, 2026 | Asset Management, Data Management, GIS, Utility Management, Wastewater
Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receivers provide precise location data using satellite signals. If you are part of a water system, accurate location data is helpful to map assets, document infrastructure, and improve overall system management. ...
by Sami Stroud | Aug 15, 2025 | Data Management, General Management & Finance, Managerial & Financial Leadership, Small Water Systems, Utility Management
Cyber threats have been a critical risk for all organizations, including public entities. For small water systems, the threat has grown significantly over the past decade. While large utilities often have dedicated IT and cybersecurity teams, small water systems are...
by Sami Stroud | Jun 2, 2025 | Compliance with Drinking Water Regulations, Data Management, Resilience, Risk and Resiliency to Climate Hazards, Small Water Systems, Utility Management
What would happen if you were out of town or incapacitated and your community uncovers a water main break? Is there someone else that can handle the emergency repair in a timely, sanitary and safe manner? In this blog we will cover how as an operator, you can create a...
by AJ Barney | Mar 17, 2025 | Data Management, GIS, Uncategorized, Utility Management
Whether you are a seasoned professional or a newcomer to GIS technology, today’s technology allows anyone to perform data collection in the field! Join us for this tutorial to learn step-by-step how to create GPS coordinates utilizing two simple to use GPS...
