02.21.24 -- Why Your Water Utility Should Be Using Hydraulic Modeling

As water distribution pipelines across the country continue to age well beyond their expected lifespan, reducing non-revenue water (NRW) to keep a lid on production costs should be a primary goal of every water utility.

In the constant flow of drinking water and wastewater treatment systems, operators have precious little time to waste. When unexpected changes arise, maintaining balance throughout the process is key.

The city of Newark, NJ, initiated a Lead Service Line Replacement program in 2018 as part of its efforts to provide clean, safe, and reliable drinking water for all residents. One of the biggest challenges faced by the city is engaging residents as the project gets underway. 

The rippling effects of AI-powered defect coding alone are quickly changing the way municipalities approach sewer maintenance and asset management.

The city of Dothan, AL, recently turned to Aclara for an advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) solution to support its 31,000 electric and 35,000 water meters. This case study details how the city implemented a single network solution that effectively collects water and electric meter readings and provides the information needed to enhance operations and customer service for city residents.