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AWWA ACE70678
- Distribution System Optimization: Beta Testing Experiences
- Conference Proceeding by American Water Works Association, 11/01/2009
- Publisher: AWWA
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This powerpoint presentation begins by providing a brief overview of distribution system optimization criteria and chlorine residual atPark Water Systems. Chlorine residual findings are presented, along with challenges from chlorine assessment. A main break at Pinellas CountyDistribution System is presented, including water loss and main break tracking, and defining calculation of water loss. Pressure management at NewportNews Waterworks is presented, including a summary of main breaks and leaks, benefits of main breaks assessment, and pressure management findings. Presentation summary indicates: early indication showed common themes ofengaging different groups in optimizationeffort; real value in aiding capital improvement projects; value will be realized when utilities enroll inprogram; and, self-assessment and path to optimization iskey, not in the receipt of the award. Includes table, figure.