Feasibility study on quantitative risk analysis of drinking water networks

” Quantitative risk analysis is used by a growing number of water utilities. Various models exist for above ground assets that quantify risks, containing multiple consequences. Quantitative models for water distribution networks are applied as well, however they mostly quantify the risk of failure in relation to service delivery. Nowadays, quantitative risk analysis for water distribution networks is a logical step forward as more (geographical) information becomes available and links can be made with computer models. Research by KWR Watercycle Research Institute executed for the Joint Research Programme of the Dutch drinking water companies made clear that quantitative risk analysis is a feasible method for identifying critical mains sections for multiple consequences in water distribution networks.”

(Citaat: Beuken, R.H.S., Boomen, M. van den, et al., – Feasibility study on quantitative risk analysis of drinking water networks – Water Asset Management International 6(2010)1, p.14-18)