inWaterSupplyAlan C. Hutson, P.E. and Rachel A. Ickert, P.E.

SustainableWaterSupplies

EnvisionTM – RatingSystemforCivilInfrastructure

• Objective framework of criteria and performance achievements for infrastructure projects

Whatisit?

Plan Design Construct Operate

ParadigmShift

Project Performance 

Holistic Framework

Initial CostLife Cycle & Collateral Costs

Did we do the right project?

Did we do the project right?

TheTripleBottomLine

Triple Bottom Line

Economy

Environment

Society

EnvisionScoringModule

Quality of Life

Leadership

Resource Allocation

Natural World

Climate

EnvisionLevelsofAchievement

Restoration of resources and ecological systems, economic, and social systems

Restorative

Zero Negative Impact

Conserving

Remarkable Performance

Superior

On the Right Track

Enhanced

Encouraging

Improved

State of the Practice

Conventional

EngineeringConsiderations

Planning

Design 

Operation & Maintenance

Planning

[Planning]

Optimal Use of Existing Water Sources

Planning

Is a new source needed?

Increase yield of existing sources?

Modify permits?

Rehab existing infra‐

structure?

Implement water 

efficiency?

Enforce water 

restrictions?

Non‐traditional Sources and Emerging Technologies

Planning

DesalinationIndirectReuse

Direct ReuseWater Source 

Substitution

Optimal Use of Multiple Sources

Planning

Conjunctive Use

System Operations

Regionalization and Partnering

Planning

Water Source Sharing

Infrastructure Sharing

Water Swapping

Planning

Water Availability and Quality Models

System Operations Models

Water Efficiency Studies

Infrastructure Condition Assessment

Life‐cycle Cost Analysis

Carbon Footprint Analysis

Review of Water Rights and Other Permits 

Design

Provide Benefit to Community

Communicate with Project Stakeholders

Create Employment Opportunities

Reduce Negative Impacts

Preserve Significant Resources

Enhance Recreational Activities

Social Impacts

Design

Minimize Environmental 

Impacts

Preserve Wildlife and their Habitat

Reduce Pollution

Preserve Natural Features

Design

Consider Bidding Environment

Reduce Operational Costs

Design Access for Future Inspection & Maintenance

Contribute to Local Well‐Being

Make Value Based Decisions

Build in…

Durability Reliability Flexibility

Economic Impacts

ProjectManagement

•Delegate Authority and Responsibilities

• Atmosphere of Collaboration•Develop a Management System•Review Supply Chain

Establish Leadership

OperationsandMaintenance

Energy Efficiency

Monitor Energy Usage, 

Determine BEP

Maintain Pumps

Look for Energy Recovery 

Opportunities

Replace Older Systems

Consider Time‐of‐Day Pumping

Pig Pipelines to Reduce Headloss

OperationsandMaintenance

Identify Water Loss in Pipes, Leaking Valves

Reduce Overflows

Conservation Programs

Recycle Materials

OperationsandMaintenance

Proper Maintenance

Prepare & Follow a 

Maintenance Plan

Use Asset Management

Protect Your Assets

Conclusion

Water is finite and essential.

Implementing sustainable concepts is necessary.

Consider all phases of project development, including your current system.

Use Envision as a tool to recognize issues and solutions.