Mossel Bay Water Demand Management

PROJECT SCOPE:

Install pressure-reducing valves (PRVs), bulk meters, and logging devices across four zones in Mossel Bay to reduce water losses and monitor flow.

KEY SERVICES DELIVERED:

◦ Installation of PRV chambers to reduce pressure-related water loss

◦ Metering within chambers to monitor flow

◦ Deployment of remote logging devices

◦ Zone-based implementation across Kwanonqaba (Asla Park 1, Asla Park 2, Extension 13 & Extension 26)

MEASURED IMPACT:

◦ Reduction in night-time flow rates across multiple zones:

  • 84% in Extension 26
  • 70% in Extension 13
  • 55% in Asla Park 2
  • 30% in Asla Park 1

◦ Significant reduction in overall water loss and non-revenue water across the system.

 

Client

Department of Public Works & Infrastructure

Location

Mossel Bay, Western Cape, South Africa

Savings Achieved

Up to 84% reduction in night-time flow rates