Installation and Maintenance Considerations


The weight of manhole covers varies depending on the material that is used in the manufacturing process. Historically, manhole covers have been extremely heavy due to their construction from cast iron and concrete. These heavy manhole covers typically weigh around 249 pounds. Although this is useful when it comes to keeping them in place, it can lead to injury and other issues when they need to be removed. Fortunately, there are now lightweight alternatives for manhole covers, which include plastic, fiberglass, and composites.

Understanding Road Gullies