Question 3006 of 229 · California Water Distribution Operator Exam

A valve box is found paved over after a street resurfacing. What should the operator do?

Exactly one answer is correct.

ALeave it buried until the next water main break makes it necessary to find it
BRemove the valve from the system
CLocate it, raise the box to grade and verify the valve operates
DFill the box with concrete

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Correct answer to question 3006

C: Locate it, raise the box to grade and verify the valve operates

Explanation

Valves must be accessible for emergencies. Raising the box to grade and testing the valve keeps the system manageable.