Montreal’s Witty Sewer Upgrade: The C.U.M. INTERCEPTEUR Storm Drain

Montreal has recently upgraded its sewer system, and the new storm drain covers have sparked quite a bit of amusement online. The circular storm drain cover, which sits on a paved surface, features a series of parallel slits designed to allow water to pass through while keeping larger objects out. Made of metal, the cover shows signs of rust and wear, indicating its robust use over time. However, it’s not the design or functionality that has caught the public’s eye, but rather the embossed text on the cover.

At the top of the drain cover, the text reads “C.U.M.”, while the bottom reads “INTERCEPTEUR”. The combination of these words has led to a flurry of humorous reactions on social media platforms like Reddit.

One user humorously remarked, “Nice to see my Ex found work,” while another added a cheeky comment, “Check out them c** gutters.” The playful banter didn’t stop there, as someone else chimed in with, “C** interceptor? You have to really know someone to get that job!” The drain cover even inspired a bit of poetry with a user writing, “In the sewer grate’s dark hum, Found a splash of unwanted c**— Now the rats just run.”

The image, which also features a person’s foot wearing a black athletic shoe with a white swoosh logo, adding a sense of scale, has led to a mix of reactions. Some found it witty, zooming in and laughing for several minutes, while others found it a bit inappropriate. One user quipped, “Your mom lives in the sewer now?” and another joked, “City response to state banning abortion.”

Interestingly, the drain cover has also sparked some local pride and humor, with a comment simply stating, “Montreal? Lol”. Another user humorously noted, “So they've gone past just making dumpsters,” while someone else added, “Are there a lot of brothels in your area?”

Despite the mixed reactions, it’s clear that the C.U.M. INTERCEPTEUR storm drain cover has become a topic of conversation, adding a bit of levity to Montreal’s latest infrastructure upgrade. Whether it’s seen as a clever play on words or just a funny coincidence, it’s certainly made an impression on those who have come across it.