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The overall objective of this project was to develop a manual that will help water utilitiesoperate and maintain water distribution systems to prevent deterioration of water quality.Specifically, the manual will:help the utility preclude water quality degradation through prevention programs;provide a reference document so that utilities can respond quickly to water qualityproblems; and,recommend good management practices for maintaining water quality.The facilities addressed in the manual include: the piping; the appurtenances such asvalves and hydrants; and, finished water storage facilities located in the water distribution system.This manual does not address dams, diversions, raw water storage reservoirs, water treatmentplants, or treatment plant clearwells, which are all considered to be part of the source watercollection system and treatment process.The manual was developed by a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and practitionerswith funding from the American Water Works Association Research Foundation (AWWARF).In-kind services were also contributed by more than a dozen water utilities. This AWWARFProject #357 (Project) included conducting literature reviews; conducting a water main flushingworkshop; documenting case studies; conducting field studies; and, consolidating thisinformation into a practical guide for utility staff. The Manual contains chapters on water qualitymonitoring, water treatment, maintenance, operations, engineering design considerations andmanagement related to water distribution systems and will be useful for utilities, consultants,manufacturers, contractors, and regulatory agencies. The findings from case and field studiesshould be especially interesting. An interactive CD-ROM is provided which includes video clipsand photos to illustrate some of the recommended good management practices. Includes tables.

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Edition: Vol. - No. Published: 10/01/2003 Number of Pages: 18 File Size: 1 file , 220 KB