Design and Simulation of Water Distribution Network Using Epanet 2.0 Hydraulic Solver Software for Okochiri Community, Okrika Local Government Area

Safe drinking water, sanitation and good hygiene are fundamental to human health, survival, growth and development. The task of making potable water available is distant from actualization especially in Nigeria. The objective of this study is to design and simulate a water distribution network for Okochiri community in Okrika L.G.A. EPANET 2.0 hydraulic solver computer software, was used in the design and simulation of the water distribution network. EPANET 2.0 hydraulic solver software is based on the theory of Hazen – Williams equation and produces results that are in conformity with the simulation guidelines. The input parameters were: area of the distribution network, elevation of the distribution nodes, projected population and standard base water demand. The network simulation which captured nodal and linkage parameters generated results as follows: pressure head (64m), average velocity of flow (0.4m/s), PVC pipe diameter (400mm) roughness coefficient (130) and average head loss (0.05 m/km). The study recommends the execution of this design model for affordable, potable and available water supply for the inhabitants of the study area.