Urban water systems

Urban water systems encompass the infrastructure and processes that supply, manage, and treat water in cities. This includes sourcing water from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs, transporting it through pipelines, and distributing it to homes, businesses, and public facilities. The systems also handle wastewater, collecting used water via sewer networks and treating it to remove pollutants before releasing it back into the environment. Overall, urban water systems ensure reliable access to clean water, support public health, and protect the environment, integrating engineering, planning, and management to meet the needs of growing urban populations.