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The economics off leak detection and repair—a case study
Author(s) -
Moyer Ellen E.,
Male James W.,
Moore I. Christina,
Hock John G.
Publication year - 1983
Publication title -
journal ‐ american water works association
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.466
H-Index - 74
eISSN - 1551-8833
pISSN - 0003-150X
DOI - 10.1002/j.1551-8833.1983.tb05054.x
Subject(s) - leak detection , leak , cost–benefit analysis , risk analysis (engineering) , cost benefit , reliability engineering , computer science , operations management , business , environmental science , engineering , environmental engineering , political science , law
This article analyzes the costs and benefits of a leak detection and repair program for a publicly owned water utility. The characteristics of different types of leaks and the accuracy of the detection method used are also discussed. The results of the analysis demonstrate that benefits outweigh costs and that the program has led to a substantial decrease in unaccounted‐for water without incurring greater repair costs for the system.