Water Distribution Module 1- Overview
of the Distribution System
T/F: Commercial demand on the distribution system is water used in the manufacture or
processing of goods. - answer False
T/F: The most difficult purpose for the distribution system is sufficient volume. - answer
False
T/F: If distribution pressure drops below 20 psi during a main repair, the crew should
complete the repair and restore normal pressure. - answer False
The purpose of the water distribution system is to provide_______________________.
- answer Continuous delivery of water, potable and palatable water, sufficient volume of
water, and adequate water pressure.
Potable water is ____________. - answer Free of pathogens and has a chlorine
residual.
Water that has no disagreeable taste, odor, or appearance is _______________water. -
answerPalatable
A method of maintaining palatable water in the mains is to
________________________. - answerFlush the mains.
The TCEQ requires a minimum pressure of ______________ psi under normal
operating conditions. - answer35
The TCEQ requires a minimum pressure of ____________ psi under emergency
conditions. - answer20
Maintaining a minimum pressure in the distribution system helps to
_____________________________. - answerPrevent back flow contamination.
The water distribution system must meet ______________demand. - answerDomestic,
commercial, industrial, and public
Which of the following is not a component of the water distribution system?
A. Water wells and treatment plants
B. Valves and hydrants
C. Meters
D. Mains and services
of the Distribution System
T/F: Commercial demand on the distribution system is water used in the manufacture or
processing of goods. - answer False
T/F: The most difficult purpose for the distribution system is sufficient volume. - answer
False
T/F: If distribution pressure drops below 20 psi during a main repair, the crew should
complete the repair and restore normal pressure. - answer False
The purpose of the water distribution system is to provide_______________________.
- answer Continuous delivery of water, potable and palatable water, sufficient volume of
water, and adequate water pressure.
Potable water is ____________. - answer Free of pathogens and has a chlorine
residual.
Water that has no disagreeable taste, odor, or appearance is _______________water. -
answerPalatable
A method of maintaining palatable water in the mains is to
________________________. - answerFlush the mains.
The TCEQ requires a minimum pressure of ______________ psi under normal
operating conditions. - answer35
The TCEQ requires a minimum pressure of ____________ psi under emergency
conditions. - answer20
Maintaining a minimum pressure in the distribution system helps to
_____________________________. - answerPrevent back flow contamination.
The water distribution system must meet ______________demand. - answerDomestic,
commercial, industrial, and public
Which of the following is not a component of the water distribution system?
A. Water wells and treatment plants
B. Valves and hydrants
C. Meters
D. Mains and services
