Common problems and solutions in the chlorination of drinking water storage tanks along Mersin province

Year 2017, Volume: 2 Issue: 1(3) - Volume 2, Issue 1(3), 204 - 211, 01.06.2017

Halil Kabak

Abstract

Introduction. Existing
literature indicates that the infant
mortality rate is significantly reduced and the water-borne diseases are almost
completely eradicated in developed countries where drinking water is
effectively chlorinated. Aim of the study. The purpose of this paper is to present the
studies, the problems encountered, and the results obtained in the chlorination
of drinking water storage tanks in Mersin province. It is also aimed to share
the results of the study with other local authorities and the parties in terms
of information and different solution proposals. Material and methods. 
The General Directorate of MESKI introduced various
methods in order to ensure success and the continuity of chlorination of
drinking water storage tanks outside the city center. MESKI also took an
important step in the use of renewable energy resources due to the dispersed
geographical area of Mersin and the problem of electricity transmission line in
these places. Results.
Approximately
45% of the total 1005 water reservoirs in different capacities located in
Mersin province were successfully chlorinated with a solar-powered fully
automatic chlorination system. With this new system, the General Directorate of
MESKI drastically reduced both chlorine and energy costs and the city of Mersin
has the lowest incidence of non-compliance in terms of drinking water audit
monitor non-compliance ratios. Conclusions. As a result of all these studies and applications,
the General Directorate of MESKI has provided an institution managed by systems
rather than people and ensured water quality, which is continuously monitored
online by making all necessary improvements in water supply, distribution and
quality.

 

Key
words: local authorities, drinking water storages,
chlorination, and sanitation

Keywords

Common problems and solutions in the chlorination of drinking water storage tanks along Mersin province

References

• Halil Kabak
• Mersin Water and Sewerage Administration General Directorate, Department of Water Treatment Plants Guney Kent Mah. Mimar Sinan Blv. No: 4 33240 Toroslar, Mersin, Turkey Tel : + 90 324 322 1010 Fax : + 90 324 235 8765 e-mail : [e-mail]