What is Orangeburg Pipe?
Orangeburg pipe is a black, rolled, “tar paper” type pipe that was commonly used in the 1960s and early 1970s. This pipe material is not permanent and deteriorates with time. When Orangeburg pipe finally fails, sand washes into the pipe causing a full or partial blockage. A small “sink hole” will sometimes form over the leak where sand has fallen into the line. Deteriorated Orangeburg pipe should be replaced. Without replacement, the blockages will continue to occur. We strongly recommend that all Orangeburg pipe in the yard be replaced.
