Namhae-gun 'Local Water Supply Modernization Project' Achieves Results... Annual Leakage Cost Savings of 5.1 Billion Won

Gyeongnam Namhae-gun's local water supply modernization project is showing results.

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Song Jong-gu] Namhae-gun, Gyeongnam Province announced on the 19th that the 'Local Waterworks Modernization Project' being promoted with K-water is showing tangible results as the project approaches its completion next year.

Namhae-gun, together with K-water, a water-specialized public corporation, has invested a total of 27.8 billion KRW including national funds to carry out the 'Local Waterworks Modernization Project' over five years from 2019 to May 2023 in Namhae-eup and three myeons (Idong-myeon, Samdong-myeon, Changseon-myeon).

A block system was established to organize pipelines in a grid pattern, and the pipeline map was computerized (GIS). Additionally, a real-time leakage monitoring system and a remote leakage monitoring system were installed to enable replacement of aging pipelines based on data, thereby implementing a systematic management process and laying the foundation for continuous leakage management in the future.

Through the modernization project, the water service rate, which was the lowest nationwide at 31% before the project, has been raised to 92%. This remarkable improvement of 61 percentage points has reduced annual leakage by approximately 2.6 million tons, saving 5.1 billion KRW in costs.

Before the project, pipeline leakage was severe, resulting in restricted water supply in 60% of the entire water supply area. However, by reducing leakage through the modernization project, restricted water supply was completely lifted in July 2020, greatly contributing to the improvement of water welfare for residents.

Jang Chung-nam, the county governor, stated, “We will prioritize improving water welfare for residents and make every effort to supply safe and clean water by reducing leakage and improving tap water quality.”

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