Propuesta de mejoramiento integral del sistema de acueducto urbano del municipio de Manta-Cundinamarca

Abstract

This research develops a proposal for the comprehensive improvement of the urban aqueduct system in the municipality of Manta - Cundinamarca, with the aim of evaluating its current state and formulating technical alternatives that contribute to improving its operation. Initially, a technical diagnosis was carried out using a checklist, revealing that a significant proportion of the criteria evaluated do not comply with the provisions of Resolution 0330 of 2017, reflecting poor conditions in virtually all components of the system. These deficiencies are manifested in problems associated with access, availability, distribution, quality, continuity, and coverage of the service, as well as in shortcomings in the operation and maintenance processes and, in the limited availability of technical information on the system. Based on the results of the diagnosis, the components of the drinking water supply system were redesigned using technical methodologies applicable to the Colombian context, based on Title B of RAS 2010 and RAS 2017, specialized literature, and hydraulic modelling tools. Despite the limitations arising from the absence of historical flow records, bathymetric information, and verified topographic surveys, it was possible to formulate a functional hydraulic design proposal using reasonable technical approximations. Additionally, support tools were developed for the community and system operators, focused on the responsible use of water resources and the strengthening of aqueduct maintenance and prevention processes. Finally, the technical documentation generated is presented as a contribution to system management and to the academic and engineering community.