Can We Fix This 1 Million Year Old Hot Spring Before It's Too Late??

Join us on an incredible journey to fix a leaking hot spring in Southern Idaho! With a big event on the horizon, we have to act fast to get the water flowing again. Watch as we tackle the challenge of patching up the leak in this 185° hot spring, all while ensuring the pools are ready for a concert where people will be soaking in hot tubs. It's a race against time, so don't miss out on the thrilling adventure! Subscribe now for more thrilling content!
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[@slimrosco]

This dude works missing person cases, can save you from a mountain top, rescue your sunken boat or car and now fix your leaky pond. I know there’s a ton more I missed. Homie is versatile.

[@kristopherdetar4346]

Did you see the video where he free climbed this ridiculously loose shale rocky cliff most effortlessly ? The guy is part mountain goat.

[@Lolonoise]

​@@kristopherdetar4346Hell yeah, that impressed the shit out of me. No planning, just glancing at it and saying, "Let's go!"

[@TerpSquad]

While dave is very versatile and a true inspiration anyone can do anything they set their mind to with a little bit of determination and hard work.

[@mattcampbell3876]

Overrated, dbag in real life, very charitable on camera but catch him outside and it’s over, plus he voted for Biden

[@Daniel-Weaver]

Has a CDL.

[@Enigma-Sapiens]

Here's a tip for sealing plastic "PVC" pipe/fitting leaks. Approximately 20 + years ago I had a glue joint fail in my PVC plastic air line in my shop. It was in a difficult area to access and I really did not want to cut the fitting out and replace it. In a "Hail Mary" move I used my shop vacuum to introduce a vacuum in the pipe. I then put some PVC glue around the fitting and let it suck into the fitting. I then used a regular old hose clamp to clamp around the leaking fitting. After letting it sit overnight to cure the glue I turned on the air system and it has been holding 160 PSI ever since then.

[@blakemondell66]

Genius move

[@Enigma-Sapiens]

@@blakemondell66, Thanks, sometimes the crazy stuff you think up "under pressure" actually works, lol!

[@kevinjohnston1957]

Could have just used Flex Seal.

[@Enigma-Sapiens]

@@kevinjohnston1957, That won't hold 160 psi. Low to no pressure it would work great, but at higher pressure it just blows out and leaks.

[@shaggytallboy4982]

There was something about the beginning of this video that told me in the first 5 seconds that it was going to be a failure. It's great that you guys will try anything and jump at the chance to help someone. I think you guys just didn't have enough info to truly be ready. It looks like the line needs to be re-piped because everything is too old. Good luck next time. Keep the great videos coming

[@leighchamberlain25]

I love the way you help out these guys like him and Serro Gordo. Putting your knowledge, experience and resources to good use!

[@damog13]

You need a one way foot valve in the spring to keep the pipe charged, you’ll lose head pressure and the pipe will empty every time without it

[@natehale1982]

Check valve is for a pressurized main, not a siphoned main. Every time the check would close you will lose siphon

[@fella704]

​@natehale1982 a foot valve is for suction systems. They're used on the bottom of shallow wells with jet pumps or hand pumps all the time.

[@thomasjohanns7661]

I'd love to see an animation or at least a drawing of how this system is supposed to work.

[@taylorseigler]

That would honestly be a really good place to start for everyone involved. I can't believe they don't have a nice painted board diagram or anything.

[@marcJoel]

It’s a lot of guess work and trouble shooting. Always easier to start with a drawing then fixing someone else’s work lol

[@jamewakk]

And he has a blackhawk

[@erikdailey9459]

They need to have their own animated series

[@kane2440]

just imagine it quite easy

[@bushmansa518]

You should be so proud of your team, helping the community and bringing people together. Great content

[@AkhilaGabadage]

The knowledge these guys have on any subject on earth is truly amazing... Even they are unaware of certain things, they learn it on the job and become pros... Ive learnt alot of stuff about machines, vehicles and even rescue works from you.. Now this... 😍😍😍

[@MARKE911]

Welcome to the Water industry gentlemen. This is basically what every water distribution operator does every day. I know ultimately y'all will fix it or have it already fixed cause that's how y'all roll. For me seeing this is just another normal day at work. Rock on and get er done.

[@MrNiccholas]

I help out at a small camp in the mountains of Colorado. The water system was designed by a bunch of Ranchers 60 years ago, and over the years dozens of different volunteers have worked on it. The camp is about 1:30 round trip to get to a hardware store so, frequently, creative connections were cobbled together to "fix" a problem with a "promise" to bring the right parts up next time he came 😂.

[@hubertfruzia1803]

Use pvc for hot water and he won't have a problem, in his lifetime.

[@austinduvall2422]

​@@hubertfruzia1803 ya lemme know how that rubber O ring holds up after a couple years.

[@secretarts]

At some point the owner of the Hot Springs may want to install a all new CPVC ChlorFIT pipe line. It is rated for chemicals and 200 degrees at all times, it is expensive but it is not going to break down due to the temperature or the chemicals in the water. Just a thought.

[@stevebowen9412]

In practice I've found PPH pipe is much more durable than cpvc.

[@adrianstanton2652]

Also add a Teflon ball valve to minimize the corrosion.

[@secretarts]

but PPH is only rated to 90 degrees Celsius or about 180 degrees Faireniheit that extra 20 degrees make a big difference.

[@stevebowen9412]

@@secretarts All the pph I've used is rated at 100 degrees Celsius. Which is higher than cpvc. Also 90 C is 194 F. CPVC is 200 F so only 6 degrees.

[@limitlessrd8098]

What's the pressure rating?

[@joanspragg9395]

You guys are a mind of information, you all have so much energy to sort these problems out. You must be worth every penny paid to fix these problems x

[@mclarenscca]

I love how you alls minds work! This is working together personified!

[@SylvesterWolf]

I would recommend a gate valve at the intake, make filling the line easier. Or alternatively leave the end open and fit a side channel air compressor/ vacuum at the highest point in the syphon. Make a water seperator chamber to not suck water into the air pump. Then the water can be sucked into the pipe removing all the air. No risk of gate valves rusting in the pool with a vacuum system.

[@felixjames5732]

This is the best idea I’ve seen in the comments. You’d probably need a valve at the bottom and run water in to the top to fill most of the line. Then turn on the vacuum.

[@TheMrJackpinesavage]

We have used a Y pipe at the bottom of the hill and a leaf blower to create a venturi . Works super slick

[@ryanboytim896]

This is sick! Love these projects

[@Laeeqahpaulse4031]

Mr Sparks to the rescue again helping old friends from way back I salute you sir may you keep on growing

[@onionhat9141]

You are a fucking legend at what you and your buddies do. from fixing small leaks to hauling big ass equipment to using for rescues to helping out the unfortunate families. you're a saint man.

[@jonasisakers]

@ Heavey DSparks- And P.S. thanks for helping to fix one of my long time favorite places to go. I love that you and Jordan know each other from so far back. Different life paths and yet still able to be good humans for eachother. This is how the old world worked. Division is idiocratic blindness. Be well.

[@jadefinchscene5644]

I have been to those hot springs many many times. all prior to current ownership, but still one of my favorite places. happy to see the improvements it is getting.

[@carterl1142]

Fr

[@FragrantlyOdious]

So much love for restoration, thank you guys for your knowledge 💜

[@TimTowell]

Love watching your videos, and seeing the diverse network of friends that you have. Rarely does anyone have the resources that you have to bring to bear on resolving a problem, and you also have a team with unfathomable skills and dedication to sacrifice comfort in the snow, mud, water, or whatever is needed to accomplish the task at hand…

[@womble321]

You do realise this is a TV show on KZbin don't you?

[@SebasL10]

Let’s respect the energy these videos require it’s crazy! 💪

[@kennyspry5189]

WOW!!! Can't believe just how fast the leaves have changed colors on the trees. Man Dave the things that you do for people is so amazing and awesome keep being that caring person Thank You.

[@mrscoot1]

Interesting! Can not wait to see how it goes tomarrow! * after getting all the leaks fixed and install new 8 inch back up line if you put a tank 350 gallon or more on a platform and a tee with cutoffs so you could isolate either line you could then use the water in the tank ( and you could even pressureize the tank ) but leave the valve to tank closed , and if he ever has another problem , he could pressurize the tank open valves and use water in tank on 6-10 foot platform to reprime the system after fixing problem or when switching to new 8 inch back up line you mentioned

[@hollyrose1505]

Most diverse channel on YT! Yous do it ALL! I love the crew and every video, you never know what you’ll get. Quality content.

[@michellemalaguti9600]

Looking forward to part 2. You guys are like real life McGyvers!!!

[@VE3UET]

you should get a couple trailer loads of powdered CLAY and spread it on the bottom of the settling ponds where you think the ground is absorbing your water,

[@ralphbuschman3364]

HeavyD is one of a kind for sure. His people's dedication is hard to believe.

[@rolandtb3]

Learning by pushing the boundaries. Love the scenery.

[@marlobreding7402]

Maybe add a gate valve to the charge pipe to eliminate air and some type of check valve at the inlet.

[@stephenpoe2037]

To be continued ! Thanks for sharing !

[@kevinwright1551]

Vary awesome indeed. Nice job you guys for helping him out. Keep up the great work you guys.

[@user-bu8dl6oi7d]

Bro, I have a lot of respect for what you guys do is good to know there are still people like you making things better for others I was touched by your kindness, and because you are a solid family guy and fun keep it real I really enjoy watching you blessings good way to go!

[@BigfootsBrickRoom]

My wife and I stayed there last December and it was one of the most amazing and magical places!!! I am so happy you are helping them!!! The owner is an absolute amazing and down to earth dude!!! Thanks for helping them!!!

[@jonlawrence]

Can you tell me the name and location of this place? How as your stay?

[@ClaytonHartin]

Thumbs this up so he see this… Pond needs to be dug out with a long reach excavator, all the water lines needs to be re-placed and installed with gate valves. Everything should be HDPE plastic pipe for rust resistance with brass valves. The system should at least have 3 clean outs 1 near at each end and 1 in the middle. So cleaning out the pipe with ease. 8” pipe will have to much pressure and volume of water… maximum I would use is a 6” HDPE pipe. IF & When the pond starts to leak threw the ground you will need bentonite chips. The chips looks like wood chips and will swell up and clog leaks. That’s what we do for pond leaks.

[@gangovender2038]

" Nothing is impossible, until its done ! " Mandela's words. Yes ,Heavy D's team is always eager to conquer- amazing ,interesting adventures we're taken with !

[@Sergei-King]

Owning an entire hot spring is a flex & a half.

[@robertlewis3712]

Dave nice video.Another video helping someone who can’t help themselves. Excellent

[@bobtucker8875]

Wow 😳 180 degree water. That's pretty warm. Thanks 👍 for sharing guys.

[@djbillye4943]

doubt it

[@BadBrad23]

Thats about what the antifreeze in your cars engine runs at...

[@allshoulders9624]

180 degrees at the thermal vent. Maybe 120 in the pond.

[@djbillye4943]

@@allshoulders9624 basically boiling there bodies.nah thanks

[@allshoulders9624]

There’s a mixing valve for the pools. I’d be less worried about the water and more worried about the dirty hippies 😂

[@GEAE_Denny_L]

Hats off to your amazing film and editing crew !! They add excitement to every episode!

[@venge3083]

I’m always impressed with the amount of people that you have helped

[@kurthartwick1266]

Do t listen to the bad reviews. Piping underground is different. Get some die for the water to help with direction and leaks but. Really hope you guys see the post and get a lining crew to assist they can 100% help in a few hrs

[@felixjames5732]

Just quick couple things. The PVC O ring fittings are designed to seal under pressure and can leak when under vacuum especially when the seals are old and cracked. I’ve never seen anyone put glue inside them so I don’t know how well that will work but supposes it might. I would also be good to put a tap in the highest point of the line to let the air out.

[@user-bo9fp6il7o]

Amazing work guys. Keep up the great work

[@dianemackey]

HeavyD McGyver is at it again! Amazing!

[@GingerAdventurez]

We freaking love that hot spring! We lived in Cache Valley for 8 years and miss it like crazy. Would love to find a way to go help the hot spring and move back.

[@adambennett2176]

Hands is the most brilliant man I have ever had the pleasure of watching on my phone....

[@nickrealestateadventure5603]

Love seeing Hard Working people like yall

[@miguelgomez612]

You guys are freaking awesome n helpful.

[@philapps3805]

It never amazes me how you and your team make these amazing vlogs

[@JosiahFurrer]

"It never ceases to amaze me"?

[@flojotube]

huh? I never thought i'd see someone ruin such a simple phrase. but you managed to amaze me

[@ryankay2417]

If theres a rubber seal for a bell and spigot you will never need glue. You need pipe lube to slip the pipe through the rubber. You need to bevel the end of the “spigot” end of the pipe with a grinder or chop saw to easily get the pipe started passed the rubber. Typically you would use a digging bar to stab the two pipes together when you’re dealing with rubber gasket joints

[@burtbrooks7731]

Yeah they’ve never messed with that type of pipe before, glad to see someone else caught that besides me👍👍, the whole pipe system needs to be replaced, with C-900

[@bcb22222]

I was sitting here going.. hmm. I've never glued slip joint pipe before. - service technician at a small rural water utility.

[@theweekendgamer6294]

The end of the pipe was beveled. They just glued it because they didn't know any better. Should have had a pipe fitter out to advise them on this project.

[@johnorourke9808]

This was DOPE 💯

[@Servin_Utah801]

I met Sparks a few weeks ago, down to earth, humble, and a good guy.

[@AustinCameron]

I met Jordan a decade ago in a different life, awesome to see what he's accomplished with the place.

[@richardgauthier2155]

You don't use glue with a gasket. Either glue fittings or gasket fittings. It'll work for a while. Would have been best to use a couple of sturdy compression fittings with pipe between the gap. Sleeve in a fix.

[@austinsmith1815]

Yesss and don’t use glue with out primer lol but I’ve never used glue with gasket pipe maybe each states different on codes I don’t know lol

[@antisocialjusticewarrior2073]

​@@austinsmith1815a gasket is the seal. If no gasket glue is the seal or threads

[@gtmorgan6864]

As an x plumber I have never seen a push fitting glued. But on the other hand the O ring seal’s because of water pressure. So if you a siphoning than there isn’t enough pressure to keep the O ring from loosening the seal. I think you should have updated the entire line. With a continuous 300 feet of pipe without connection. But if it works you’ll have time to come up with a better plan.

[@gypsypunkparty]

Oh nice, I love maple Grove! Such a treasure, good on ya helping them our!

[@abramenns1654]

You have to take time when HeavyDSparks upload!!! 💪🏻

[@jasongrear8691]

A siphoning pump works really well. Regular PV c, piping and hot water only lasts for so long. Especiallyit the water is 180 degrees, I'm surprised it hasn't failed sooner. The good news is, there's only so much pipe there. The bad news is most of it's underground. So good luck, love the videos.

[@stephenmiller5023]

Looks like that guy from “ Flex -seal “ needs to get his ass up there with a couple cases of cans to help Dave & crew 😏😆😉. Old PVC pipes are a pain in the butt. I had to help a guy replace a “ Pond pump “ on his property last year , and it was a real bitch to remove from the intake pipe, swap it out for new one , and get everything back in place , clamped properly & then make all electrical connections ( his electrical box looked like a snake pit full of old crusty wiring ) and get it all working again just so he could impress his family & guests for a weekend showing off his “ Waterfall “ in his backyard pond for some family function . Hopefully You guys have the same great success here in future video. 😎👍. Thanks Dave Sparks & crew for ALL YOU DO .

[@JasonWh]

You really are a jack of all trades! Add the super dangerous environment and I imagine it was a serious project.

[@carstenbuilds]

Way to go sparks and team

[@ruenellmorris3907]

Beautiful country and love watching your posts

[@williamreffett5862]

That's such an easy fix. With new pipes,equipment, and time.

[@beffjarker]

More of this kind of thing!!!

[@jimbennett2795]

Thumbs up for HEAVY D !!!!

[@thomasauger6777]

Imagine owning a hot spring, such a good purchase

[@rodneyjohnson4881]

I love the s*** you do brother obviously it's not about the money you just have one hell of a heart your parents have absolutely got to be so proud of you amen sir salute

[@jasonhackbarth7733]

Hans has the right idea. Pizza sandwich is amazing. Clean face and clean hands afterwards. 😂

[@JD22122]

Your videos are awesome Dave.

[@nothingtoseehere4026]

Million year old PVC holds up pretty well. Who knew?

[@rustafar_2354]

The hippy knew 😉🤣

[@royrostjr1352]

Good luck on fixing it 🙏🙏🙏

[@matthewlynch5645]

I LOVE seeing autumn arrive in Utah ❤

[@davidsorensen7438]

Hands has no clue what’s he doing- Dave what time are you coming to my house???😊

[@nautique1970]

This is going to be epic. Lots of love to all my true American friends from the 🇬🇧

[@C-Wilsons-View]

💪

[@robertgoin7722]

I got to give it to Dave and his crew nothing they can't do makes for great content too always something different going on can't wait for part 2 I'm surprised if they just don't run a brand new line but only time will tell

[@Rob4real-qi6hg]

You guys help so many people god bless diesel Brothers

[@eddeetz493]

Its expenseive but an epoxy liner could be inserted at a double sweep cleanout. Easy to install on land. Perhaps use foam blocks over the water end to let it cure or replace the section.

[@MrCyp200la]

I used to work for a company that did that. We did it in storm drains up to 84 inches. I was the diver setting pugs for the lining and also for cutting out the liner when it was cooked.

[@mrscoot1]

Do not forget water in lines are 180° could either cure it faster or damage epoxy

[@TundeEszlari]

Awesome content, keep it up, guys.

[@sandyca1106]

Great effort guys!

[@saintmowgli724]

Hands down one pf the more southing episodes loved it thank you for the vids

[@tekvax01]

Could you not use a butterfly valve on the inlet pipe to stop the water from flowing? Then you could remotely activate the valve, like a "blowout preventer" on an oil wellhead.

[@jimvaz9869]

Dave when doing over 3" pipe you should be using primer with your blue glue.

[@EvrttGrn]

I use primer when working with any sized pvc pipe. I guess I just like a little overkill. Better to be safe than sorry.

[@fukkyoutube]

@@EvrttGrndont lie its the smell🥴

[@EvrttGrn]

@@fukkyoutube LOL

[@brandonfasan]

I'm actually super interested to see the conclusion of this and more about the hot spring

[@rons1566]

What a cool place! I wish I understood it better.

[@outsidedsys3099]

"Fix the pipe's for generations to come" He say's.. " Pipe's susceptible to 185 degree heat for decades" He say's.. Brother your in need of a whole new pipe job. What is this??

[@sergiohenrique7291]

Só vídeos top 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@Tipsy178]

You and your team can do anything it's awesome to watch it all please do an update would love to know if you fix it

[@steadysunGRT]

My buddies and I watch all your videos. Great Stuff man

[@freespacejunkremoval]

Hans seems like a cool dude, like all off ta down to earth fellas. Nobody should have anything bad to say bout non of ya...

[@hanspetersonSMCO]

from time to time i think i'm a decent person.

[@freespacejunkremoval]

@hanspetersonSMCO I say the same thing. Just another nobody trying to get by & build something from nothing & maybe help a person or 2 along the way while trying to be a half way decent fella in this world. Ya sound like a way cool fella yourself my friend, well,, gotta get to a client & I hope you & the crew has a awesome rest of your day. FREESPACE JUNK REMOVAL,, Brian...

[@BlueNose49]

We need longer video’s!! Like 40-50min videos

[@r34chickie]

wow what a beautiful place

[@UKGAMER808]

time to buckle up love your vids guys

[@Kenneth_R]

PVC pipes cant really handle water hotter than 140ºF for long periods of time. Your boy needs new pipes. Maybe CPVC pipes?

[@user-nw7ih9px6b]

Can We Fix This 1 Million Year Old Hot Spring Before It's Too Late?? - 'no'

[@saltlakebrien]

Maple Grove Hot Springs

[@user-zr1ij2tm6u]

lovely change of a video...very interesting....stay safe you all

[@stewdogg42]

Idaho is closed. Don’t move there.

[@bounderchris]

One million years old 😂😂😂😂😂 evidently they are science believers and not Bible believers…

[@Mutt1952]

Science believers

[@SmokeyDoesIt]

Red neck science believer get it right bud 😊

[@DonaldPrizwan]

@@Mutt1952 but they are LDS... something i never knew about dave. they shouldnt believe this is one million years old lol. im actually really curious about daves/jordans current beliefs now.

[@scottlaraway258]

Why do people always have to drag in religion or politics with everything keep your stupid comments to yourself when it has nothing to do with the video

[@bounderchris]

@@scottlaraway258because God is more important than anyone or anything and just because you choose to be ignorant and lost for eternity doesn’t mean the rest of the people do…

[@edwardwilliams9874]

Y'all will get it take care be safe 🙏

[@silverfoxfinance]

Very cool, love the springs out west here in ID, WY and CO!