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Bacteria in the slime under flowing sewage convert sulphates in the sewage into
sulphides. Sulphides in the liquid make their way to the surface of the sewage and
released into the sewer atmosphere as hydrogen sulphide (H2S) gas.
The following measures should be considered during design for corrosion control in
Sewers
Design shall provide for self-cleansing velocity, good ventilation, low turbulence,
flushing facilities, minimal periods of flow and minimum stagnation.