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Manhole Chimney Height

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Civil/Environmental
Feb 24, 2014
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Most municipalities limit the height of manhole chimneys to 18". What considerations dictate this height limit?
 
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I have seen everywhere from 12 - 30 inch or no limits at all. Shorter lengths make it much easier to get in and out of the manhole, so I would say mostly safety reasons.
 
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