Research Article
Design and Simulation of Water Distribution Network Using Epanet 2.0 Hydraulic Solver Software for Okochiri Community, Okrika Local Government Area
Amgbara, Tamunokuro O, Onungwe, Ishmael, Uche, Chikadibia K.A., Uneke, Louis A
Corresponding Author : Uche, Chikadibia K.A.,
Department of Civil Engineering Technology, Kenule Beeson Saro – Wiwa Polytechnic, Bori, Nigeria.
Email ID : chikadibia.uche@gmail.com
Received : 2020-07-27 Accepted : 2020-09-30 Published : 2020-09-30
Abstract : Safe drinking water, sanitation and good hygiene are fundamental to human health, survival, growth and development. The task of making potable water available is distant from actualization especially in Nigeria. The objective of this study is to design and simulate a water distribution network for Okochiri community in Okrika L.G.A. EPANET 2.0 hydraulic solver computer software, was used in the design and simulation of the water distribution network. EPANET 2.0 hydraulic solver software is based on the theory of Hazen – Williams equation and produces results that are in conformity with the simulation guidelines. The input parameters were: area of the distribution network, elevation of the distribution nodes, projected population and standard base water demand. The network simulation which captured nodal and linkage parameters generated results as follows: pressure head (64m), average velocity of flow (0.4m/s), PVC pipe diameter (400mm) roughness coefficient (130) and average head loss (0.05 m/km). The study recommends the execution of this design model for affordable, potable and available water supply for the inhabitants of the study area.
Keywords : Water, distribution, EPANET 2.0, Okochiri community
Citation : Uche, Chikadibia K.A. et al. (2020). Design and Simulation of Water Distribution Network Using Epanet 2.0 Hydraulic Solver Software for Okochiri Community, Okrika Local Government Area, J. of Advancement in Engineering and Technology, V8I1.06. DOI : 10.5281/zenodo.4072498
Copyright : © 2020 Uche, Chikadibia K.A. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.
Journal of Advancement in Engineering and Technology
ISSN : 2348-2931
Volume 8 / Issue 1
ScienceQ Publishing Group
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Reviewer Comments : Reviewer 1: Engr. Dr. A. L. Oba
Department of Civil Engineering Technology,
Kenule Beeson Saro – Wiwa Polytechnic,
Bori, Nigeria.
Comments: The topic is novel, inclusive and appealing. The manuscript contains adequate information as a contribution to knowledge. The methods are sufficient to achieve the objectives. The results are convincing and well detailed.
Recommendation: I strongly recommend for this manuscript to be published.
Reviewer 2: Engr. Dr. Paul Paulinus Akpan
Department of Civil Engineering Technology,
Kenule Beeson Saro – Wiwa Polytechnic,
Bori, Nigeria.
Comments: The paper successfully solved the problem laid out in its objective statement. It contributes to sustainable development in the area of water supply and distribution.
Recommendation: The paper is recommended for publishing.
Reviewer 3: Engr. Fwangmun B. Wamyil
Department of Civil Engineering,
University of Jos,
Jos, Nigeria.
Comments: The methods employed are in tune with modern technological advances. The provisions of references were in order. Conclusion and recommendations are considered relevant with economic importance.
