Proof of Usefulness Report

SewerAI

Analysis completed on 1/29/2026

+621
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

SewerAI is a verified Series B verified technology company (raising ~$24M) addressing a critical $1T+ infrastructure problem with AI-driven sewer inspection software. While the submission itself was low-effort (containing placeholder text like 'most people have used my product'), external validation confirms significant traction, including contracts with major municipalities (e.g., Phoenix, Houston) and a team of 50+ employees. The score reflects the project's high real-world utility and market position, heavily weighted by external evidence rather than the poor submission quality.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+159
Audience Reach Impact+106
Technical Innovation+108
Evidence Of Traction+159
Market Timing Relevance+60
Functional Completeness+2
Subtotal+594
Usefulness Multiplierx1.045
Final Score+621

Project Details

Project URL
sewerai.com
Description
There is a huge problem around the country of aging infrastructure failing and collapsing around us. SewerAI is building AI software to help cities inspect their sewer infrastructure. Everyday around the US sewer inspectors are spending 15000 hours everyday watching video footage and writing down whenever they see roots, cracks, grease or anything that will affect the structure or flow through the sewers. SewerAI is creating software to automate the inspection process.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline