Posted by ghostmemory Hey, newish to URBEX/UER (I've been aware and interesting for more than a decade, but without much first hand experience, Weird NJ sparked my interest way back) and definitely new to draining. So I've heard Denver has some cool drains to check out, I think I found a good outfall/entryway, but haven't gotten a good enough look at it yet up close. Has angled metal bars blocking it, but they're wide enough to slip through, and the entrance I found has one damaged/falling off. So for anyone experience specifically with Denver drains and the surrounding area, anything specific I should know/look out for? I know the basics (been reading a lot) when it rains, don't drain, bring two flashlights, waterproof boots/pants, etc. NOT asking for locations/tips if that wasn't clear Also, a more general question, how does snow/ freezing weather effect draining? It doesn't rain too much here, but damn does it snow in the winter months. I figure since I'm new, draining would be a decent place to start, finding abandonments nearby hasn't panned out so far for me. Thanks y'all! |
Posted by ghostmemory A few questions, though, if anyone with expertise would like to help out My theory after thinking about it, is the shit could be from sewer overflow maybe? Nothing was fresh thank god. Do you think this makes the tunnels more unsafe/should I definitely bring a respirator? Do you think that wider drain will continue to open up and lead to a bigger chamber? Is it more dangerous going down those crouch walking height pipes, since you can't escape the water as quickly? So, being very out of breath, normal? Or should I be more cautious and bring an oxygen detector before returning? (I plan on getting one anyway, to be safe, and a gas detector as well, overkill?) We could catch our breath if we stopped for a bit, and I also noticed some spiders and insect life, and not just at the very tops of the tunnels, so there's obviously air in there. |
Posted by ghostmemory So for anyone experience specifically with Denver drains and the surrounding area, anything specific I should know/look out for? |
Posted by ghostmemory Haven't gone back in yet, but I've been doing more research. Found a water map of the area, and it appears the tunnel is a storm drain, but right along side it runs a wastewater line. So I'm guessing that makes it more likely to be a CSO? |
Posted by BloodBoss there arent CSO's in colorado anymore. they are all long gone. |
Posted by plight Looks like you got some geographic specific info. I'll be waiting to see what you find. Did you find any manholes? Might help with the breathing problem if you drop in further down in the tunnel. If its your type of thing, print the map or digitally save it and start marking where you have and haven't been and your entrances. Did that for a decent sized tunnel in my area, stopped once I realized there was a manhole about every 5 minutes of walking. Have fun! |
Posted by Explorer Zero nice write up |
Posted by BloodBoss keep up the good work! never stop looking for the next big drain. you guys need to come to denver and see some of the stuff around here. drains so big it will blow your mind. |
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