AWWA ACE56197

After September 11, many water utilities throughout the United States changed their operational practices and security system focus as a means to deter and counteract possible acts of terrorism aimed at their water systems. Among the facilities to adopt new security systems and introduce revised operational methodologies was the Norwood Water Treatment Plant (WTP). This paper is intended to present and share some of the experiences and lessons learned by staff and management in the preparation of a counter terrorism plan for water infrastructure facilities. Includes figures.