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Efficient treatment, optimization and reduction in corrosion of sewage pipe networks are crucial for water resources engineering works and environmental experts. This paper revealed treatment optimization and performance evaluation of water supply schemes using Akure and Environs as a case study. Laboratory analysis of the properties of raw and treated water was compared with World Health Organization standard for safe drinking water. A regression model using Minitab and an optimized model using Microsoft Excel method were used. A suitable model and cost estimates were also developed for the optimization of both plants. Discussion of the problems faced with water production in the Ondo and Igbara-Oke plants in Nigeria and the cost estimates of the solutions proffered were done. The adoption and implementation of these solutions for the treatment plants will assist the government maintenance policies on sustainable water supply and optimization for other treatment plants. Training, development and capacity building for sustainable water resource management is very crucial in Nigeria. More research should be funded and carried out along this direction.
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Oyebode, O.J., Omoya, O.O. Treatment optimization and performance evaluation of water supply schemes: a case study on Akure and Environs. Int. J. Environ. Sci. Technol. 16, 6873–6884 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13762-019-02276-9
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