Water collection and distribution
Water in the era of digital, energy and ecological transitions
Quizzed article REF: W10 V1
Water collection and distribution
Water in the era of digital, energy and ecological transitions

Authors : Jean-Pierre DAL PONT, Sophie ALTMEYER

Publication date: February 10, 2023, Review date: November 19, 2024 | Lire en français

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6. Water collection and distribution

In-service water supply and distribution networks are made up of various components: pipes, fittings, valves and accessories. They are mainly made of cast iron (55% in France) or polymer materials (PVC, HDPE, etc.) [W 5 200] . They represent a substantial underground asset. This section looks at the specifics of managing these networks, whether for drinking water or wastewater.

6.1 Drinking water

The French drinking water transmission and distribution network comprises some 906,000 km of pipes

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