Blacktown, NSW trials AI-enabled monitoring of stormwater and sewer drainage system
Blacktown, NSW AI Monitoring Stormwater Sewer System
The city's pilot with VAPAR automated CCTV footage analysis across three kilometers of pipes. VAPAR's AI-enabled platform quickly assessed pipe integrity and the likelihood of bursts or blockages. City officials initiated the pilot following a Better Practice Review that revealed the need for a more responsive maintenance plan. Blacktown City Council used life span estimates without manual CCTV assessments in past maintenance of its 1,160-kilometer drainage system.
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As she spent eight hours a day watching footage of water and sewerage pipes, Amanda came up with an idea.
Project Succeeded
The council approved a second pilot with VAPAR covering 60 kilometers of drainage infrastructure. Blacktown was Highly Commended in the Service Delivery Initiative category at the 2020 NSW Local Government Excellence Awards.
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