Water intake structure

Water intake structures are an integral part of any water supply system. They are a complex of structures that ensure the intake of water from natural sources and its purification before supplying it to the water supply network.

Water intake structures include the following elements:

1. Water intake structures that serve to collect water from a source. These can be open pools, storage tanks, water wells and other devices.
2. Water treatment plants that purify water from impurities and contaminants before it is introduced into the water supply system. This can be mechanical cleaning, biological cleaning, chemical cleaning and other methods.
3. Pumping stations that are used to supply water to treatment plants and then to the water supply network. Pumping stations can be either stationary or mobile.
4. Pipelines and collectors that serve to transport water from water intake structures to consumers. The pipeline can be either underground or above ground.
5. Management and control systems that allow you to automate the process of water intake, purification and supply. This may include sensors, controllers and other equipment.

An important element of a water intake structure is the safety of its operation. To do this, it is necessary to take all precautions and carry out regular maintenance. It is also important to take environmental aspects into account when designing and operating water intake structures.