Topic: Distribution Systems Operations

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Subtopics:

Corrosion
	Cathodic Protection, External Corrosion, Internal Corrosion
Cross Connections
Electrical Grounding/Shock Hazard
Geographic Information Systems

Location Techniques
Maintenance
	Booster Chlorination, Cleaning Techniques, Flushing
Metering
Modeling

Pressure Transients
SCADA Systems
Seismic Issues
Water Loss Control

Project Snapshot: Spatial Demand Allocation for Distribution System Design #2569
Addresses problems associated with identification and spatial allocation of water demands used for distribution system planning and design. Tailored Collaboration partner: Los Angeles Dept. of Water and Power. Published ...
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20 Dec 99
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Project Snapshot: Synthesis Document on Distribution System Infrastructure #2629
Critically evaluates and synthesizes the findings from infrastructure research in order to identify the current state of the science. Identifies and describes components of an infrastructure management program, and ...
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07 Sep 99
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Project Snapshot: Guidance Manual for Monitoring Distribution System Water Quality #2522
Provides water utilities with guidance on how to design and implement a distribution system water quality data collection and analysis program. Includes a comprehensive approach for collection and analysis of water ...
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31 Dec 98
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Project Snapshot: Guidance for Management of Distribution System Operation and Maintenance #457
Provides a comprehensive guidance manual for evaluation and operation of a water distribution system for reliability and water quality maintenance. Includes recommendations on topics such as valve maintenance needs, ...
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01 Sep 97
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Project Snapshot: An Assessment of Water Distribution Systems and Associated Research Needs #706
Assesses the condition of selected water distribution systems to identify and prioritize the most critical water distribution system problems facing North American water utilities. Also develops a 10-year research ...
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01 Aug 91
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Project Snapshot: Deterioration of Water Quality in Distribution Systems #77
Describes reasons for and extent of water quality deterioration in water distribution systems with different sources and qualities of water. Suggests ways to minimize adverse quality changes, based on examination of ...
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15 Aug 84
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Project Snapshot: Characterizing the Interactions Between Pathogens and Biofilms and Their Fate and Transport in Distribution Systems #4259
Will focus on bacterial pathogens that can persist, and potentially grow, in aquatic biofilms. Will describe how bacterial pathogens form biofilms and interact with pre-existing environmental biofilms, and ultimately, ...
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01 Mar 10
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Project Snapshot: Lead (IV) Oxide Formation and Stability in Drinking Water Distribution Systems: Rates and Mechanisms of Processes at the Solid-Water Interface #4211
Will examine the dynamic processes that form lead oxide solids in drinking water distribution systems and that control their subsequent stability and dissolution. Will examine the mechanisms through which lead oxide ...
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01 Apr 09
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Project Snapshot: Interpreting Real-Time Online Monitoring Data For Water Quality Event Detection #4182
Will develop a universal and reliable system for analyzing and interpreting real-time online monitoring data from drinking water distribution systems. Will integrate existing water quality sensor and hydraulic data, as ...
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30 Mar 09
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Project Snapshot: 8th Annual Water Distribution Systems Analysis Symposium #4047
Convened a specialized conference on drinking water distribution systems analysis. Provided a forum for sharing research advances and practical experiences, and for discussing new ways to control distribution system ...
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01 Feb 06
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Project Snapshot: Using Customer Feedback for Improved Water Quality and Infrastructure Monitoring #3140
Undertook a joint pilot-study that integrates customer complaint and online water quality data into an early warning system. Includes 8-10 large and medium-sized utilities, covering both geographical distribution and ...
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01 Jan 05
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Project Snapshot: Distribution System Security Primer for Water Utilities #2931
Identifies the vulnerable points in a typical distribution system by determining likely points of intrusion. Aso creates reasonable scenarios outlining the consequences of purposeful contamination to the drinking water ...
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01 Aug 03
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Project Snapshot: Predictive Models for Water Quality in Distribution Systems #2865
Characterizes the current state of quantitative distribution system water quality models and identifies critical research needs. Published in 2004.
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30 Aug 02
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Project Snapshot: Development of Distribution System Water Quality Optimization Plans #2875
Produces auditing procedures and water quality and operating goals for distribution systems. Also develops and tests distribution system optimization plans. Provides templates of these plans for small, medium, and ...
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15 Aug 02
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Project Snapshot: Verification and Control of Pressure Transients and Intrusion in Distribution Systems #2686
Verifies occurrence of low- and negative-pressure transients in drinking water distribution systems. Provides recommendations for utilities to develop strategies to minimize impact of pressure transients. Research ...
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01 Dec 00
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Project Snapshot: Guidance Manual for Maintaining Distribution System Water Quality #357
Identifies water quality degradation that can occur during distribution system operation and maintenance. Recommends operational, maintenance, and design practices that can prevent or minimize water quality degradation. ...
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01 Nov 96
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Project Snapshot: Maintaining Distribution System Residuals Through Booster Chlorination #261
Reports on best practice for the location and operation of booster disinfection systems. Assists utilities in compliance with the Total Coliform Rule, D/DBP Rule, and Ground Water Rule. Includes a CD-ROM. Published in ...
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01 Oct 95
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Project Snapshot: Factors Limiting Microbial Growth in the Distribution System #704
Describes factors that influence the growth of microorganisms, particularly coliforms, in distribution systems. Determines the effect of physiology and substrate composition on coliform colonization; the influence of ...
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01 Jan 92
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Project Snapshot: Nitrification Occurrence and Control in Chloraminated Water Systems #710
Identifies the extent and causes of nitrification in utilities currently using chloramines as a disinfectant. Also identifies waters prone to nitrification problems, and the operational, chemical, and microbiological ...
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15 Jul 91
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Project Snapshot: Internal Corrosion of Water Distribution Systems #725
Reports on internal corrosion of potable water system piping material, covering principles of corrosion, corrosion of specific materials, mitigation, assessment, and corrosion control strategies. Second edition ...
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01 Feb 91
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Project Snapshot: Field Computing Applications and Wireless Technologies for Water Utilities #3178
Develops utility case studies and guidelines for prioritized implementation of field computing systems to ensure secure data communications and improve water utility asset maintenance and customer field service ...
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05 Jan 06
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Project Snapshot: Examining the Impact of Water Quality on the Integrity of Distribution Infrastructure #3127
Develops a synthesis document identifying how changes in the treatment process can physically impact the distribution system infrastructure. Also conducts a research-needs workshop to review current knowledge and ...
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01 Dec 05
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Project Snapshot: Water Consumption Forecasting to Improve Energy Efficiency of Pumping Operations #3066
Identifies, tests, and evaluates available methods and tools for making Short-Term Water Consumption Forecasts (STCF) to support the implementation of an Energy and Water Quality Management System (EWQMS). Describes ...
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02 May 05
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Project Snapshot: Susceptibility of Distribution Systems to Negative Pressure Transients #3008
Performs hydraulic surge modeling on a variety of distribution systems. Determines the characteristics that make systems vulnerable to negative pressure transients. Tests common scenarios to develop a vulnerability ...
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01 Nov 03
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Project Snapshot: Optimizing Operations at JEA's Water System #3001
Expands a previously developed software for optimized system controls of aquifer resources (OSCAR) that was developed to minimize cost while improving water quality and better managing water resources. Describes ...
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01 Aug 03
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