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United StatesEnvironmental ProtectionAgencyOffice of WaterWashington, 832-F-00-068September 2000WastewaterTechnology Fact SheetPipe Construction and MaterialsDESCRIPTIONThere are several different pipe materials availablefor wastewater collection systems, each with aunique characteristic used in different four different pipe materials described in thisfact sheet are ductile iron, concrete, plastic, andvitrified material selection considerations includetrench conditions (geologic conditions), corrosion,temperature, safety requirements, and cost.

Pipe Construction and Materials DESCRIPTION There are several different pipe materials available for wastewater collection systems, each with a unique characteristic used in different conditions. The four different pipe materials described in this fact sheet are ductile iron, concrete, plastic, and vitrified clay.

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