AWWA ACE65101

This powerpoint presentation outlines an effort by the Santa Clara Valley Water District (SCVWD) to establish an asset management (AM) program. The greatest challenge in doing so was to develop a district-wide AM culture. The presentation provides background information on how SCVWD developed a comprehensive program to optimize maintenance over equipment lifecycle and outlines topics that include: AM program structure; using condition assessment; initial successes; difficulties encountered; developing an AM culture; apply resources in FY08; improving decision-making; and, managing district assets to minimize risk and provide reliability. Includes tables,.