Synthesis Document on Pipe Location and Leakage Management #4144

Project Summary: Will provide a guidance manual and other information oriented towards use by small utility system managers in locating buried pipe and managing leaks associated with those pipes. Will synthesize the project findings from case studies and other research projects.

Project Details RFP Abstract Scope Of Work Project Update Participants Supporting Resources Project Profile / Order Report

Contractor: American Water

Project Manager: Frank Blaha

Funded: 2007              Completion Year: 2011              Funding Amount: $100,000.00

Goal Area: Infrastructure

Related Topics: Climate Change,  Distribution Systems Operations,  Infrastructure,  Location Techniques,  Water Loss Control

Benefits to the Drinking Water Supply Community:
Recent and recurring droughts in the United States make water leakage a high-priority public and political issue. Most U.S. water utilities, especially those with a high marginal cost of water, could reduce overall operating costs by investing in leakage-control technologies. Leakage management can help a utility operate its assets more effectively, reduce product loss, and decrease the need for new water supplies.