Stormwater office introduces anti-theft devices

In an effort to deter thieves and save its constituents money, the Henry County Stormwater Management Department is installing new locking sewer manhole covers throughout the county. The first one was installed Nov. 19 on Selfridge Road near the Henry County Airport and Atlanta Motor Speedway. A total of 38 stormwater sewer manhole covers have been reported stolen since last December.

According to officials, it’s estimated that thieves make only a few dollars when selling the covers as scrap metal, yet it costs the County more than $100 each to replace them.

Wade Stroud, Henry County stormwater management director, said he decided to install the new locking manhole covers in an effort to deter future thefts and maintain public safety.