AWWA ACE70666

This powerpoint presentation begins by providing a brief overview of Pennsylvania American Water, and the increasing need to reduce non-revenue water (NRW). Study components included: analyze the main break/leak database to identify correlations and trends in the occurrence of main breaks/leaks; establish metered zones to enhance the ability to track non-revenue water; develop recommendations for reduced pressure zones in the distribution systems with the objective of reducing the occurrence of breaks/leaks and to help reduce leakage; analyze the potential surge conditions created by the operation of a primary High Service Pump Station and their potential impact on premature main failure and develop recommendations to control potential pressure surges; and, develop criteria to analyze the accuracy of small meters (2 inch and smaller) in the system. Includes figures.