Optimización del sistema de distribución de agua potable del barrio Mariscal Sucre Los Puentes, parroquia Saquisilí, cantón Saquisilí, provincia de Cotopaxi

Abstract

Currently, the SDAP of the town is nearing the end of its 30 years design period. This has caused the system to present deficiencies and deterioration, causing overpressure and leaks, compromising the quality, quantity and continuity of the water supply. In addition, population growth and expansion have generated a deficient distribution of the network. Therefore, a proposal was developed to guarantee efficient use of the resource by improving and optimizing the system. This began with a comprehensive evaluation of the network, technically analyzing its physical condition by recording technical and hydraulic data sheets using a pressure gauge to measure pressure efficiency. The population register was updated by means of surveys to diagnose overcrowding, socioeconomic and sanitary conditions. Subsequently, a topographic survey was carried out using the photogrammetry technique. After data collection, the infrastructure was modeled and the system was analyzed using simulation software under static and dynamic conditions. The critical scenario of maximum hourly consumption was considered and the characteristic consumption pattern of the area was determined. The results indicated the need for a complete redesign. The improvement proposal contains the diagnosis of the current deficiencies, design of a system to meet future needs for the 30 years period, implementation of water quality improvements, optimization of the hydraulic parameters of the network, and cost-effective solutions.