Ensuring Reliability for the Future of a Municipal Water System

Aging infrastructure is a growing concern for municipal water systems, especially in regions like New York’s Capital District. Ensuring reliable water transmission is critical to providing clean, safe water to residents. Recently, Walden conducted a Transmission Main Engineering Study for a city in this region, addressing vulnerabilities and proposing solutions to safeguard the future of its water system.

Fieldwork and GIS Mapping: Laying the Groundwork for Solutions

Walden’s team began with extensive fieldwork to assess the city’s 15-mile water transmission line. Using advanced surveying and GIS mapping techniques, we located critical assets such as valves, standpipes, and pipe segments—some of which had gone unmapped for years.

Accurate mapping provides a foundation for effective maintenance and repair, minimizing risks of unexpected system failures. Our on-site evaluations also identified:

• • Sections of the transmission line exposed to public access.
  • Environmental hazards that could impact system performance.
  • Restricted areas beneath infrastructure like highways, airports, and railroads.

This comprehensive understanding of the system’s condition is essential for planning improvements that ensure reliability.

Strategic Recommendations for a Resilient System

Walden’s engineering study delivered a strategic approach to addressing deficiencies in the water transmission system. Key recommendations included:

1. Asset Documentation: Locate and map all missing assets to streamline future maintenance and repairs.
2. Standpipe Replacements: Upgrade these critical components to maintain consistent pressure and flow.
3. Valve Upgrades: Replace aging air release, blowoff, and gate valves to prevent operational failures.

Additionally, our study highlighted the importance of enhanced security measures and specialized restoration efforts for areas with challenging access. By implementing these recommendations, the city can extend the lifespan of its water transmission system and avoid costly emergency repairs.

Why Choose Walden for Municipal Water System Solutions?

At Walden, we bring decades of experience in engineering evaluations and asset management services for municipal water systems. Our team understands the unique challenges faced by cities like those in New York’s Capital District and delivers customized solutions to meet their needs.

Whether it’s ensuring accurate GIS mapping, addressing critical infrastructure vulnerabilities, or planning strategic upgrades, Walden is committed to excellence.

Contact Walden today at 516-559-6976 to discuss your municipal water system project and learn how we can help secure your system’s future.