Simulation and Modeling of Water Treatment Plant with GPS-X Software for Health and Water Quality

Nabaa Abdul- Kareem ^1*, Jabbar H. Al-Baidhani ¹

This research determined the quality of the Water Treatment Plant using special software that verified the function of water treatment plants to ensure health safety.

Abstract

Background: Waterborne diseases are infectious in nature, significantly impacting global health related to water quality and disease prevalence globally. In this study, GPS-X was used to design and simulate water treatment plants to determine the effectiveness of different mechanisms in water treatment. Method: The GPS-X water treatment software was utilized to evaluate raw and treated water performance at the Al-Kadhmaya Water Treatment Plant. Three scenarios were designed to assess the impact of varying flow rates and water parameters such as pH, alkalinity, turbidity, total dissolved solids (TDS), and total suspended solids (TSS) on the plant's performance. Results: The evaluation of the operational performance of the water treatment plant revealed that the concentrations of all contaminants in the effluent water consistently met the established Iraqi and WHO standards across all scenarios. This indicated the effectiveness of the plant's treatment processes in producing safe drinking water. The findings of this study held significance for water authorities, decision-makers in Iraq, and national and international environmental agencies, providing valuable information for improving water treatment practices and ensuring compliance with water quality standards. Conclusion: The study demonstrated the effectiveness of the GPS-X water treatment software in assessing the performance of the Al-Kadhmaya Water Treatment Plant. The results highlighted the plant's ability to consistently meet water quality standards, underscoring the importance of robust water treatment processes. These findings contributed to the body of knowledge regarding water treatment plant design and operation, offering insights that can inform decision-making processes to enhance water quality and ensure public health.

Keywords:  Water Treatment Facilities (WTPs), GPS-X, Water Treatment Software, Water Quality, Water Management

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