Recent Earthquakes: Implications for U.S. Water Utilities

Abstract

This project highlighted the damage to water system infrastructure in the recent earthquakes in Japan and New Zealand as well as relevant information from other water systems in recent earthquakes, the response of the water agencies in repair and restoration of potable water service to customers, and the effectiveness of various earthquake-countermeasures that were previously implemented by these water agencies. Emphasis is on providing guidance to U.S. utilities on how they can cost-effectively improve their water systems. Published in 2012.

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Recent Earthquakes: Implications for U.S. Water Utilities

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Recent Earthquakes: Implications for U.S. Water Utilities

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Recent Earthquakes: Implications for U.S. Water Utilities

Seismic Fragility and Restoration of Pump Stations for Potable Water Supply

10th International Exchange Forum: Seismic and Multi-Hazard Preparedness and Response Practices for Drinking Water Utilities

Proceedings of the 9th Water System Seismic Conference

Case Studies on Water Sector Interdependencies

Integrating Climate Change Impacts with Wet Weather Management, Capital Improvement, and Stream Network Enhancement

Advancing the Understanding of Nitrous Oxide Emissions Through Enhanced Whole-Plant Monitoring and Quantification

Leading Water Utility Innovation