Vatnsleiðslukerfið
The vatnsleiðslukerfið, or water supply system, is a network of infrastructure designed to deliver potable water from its source to consumers. This system typically begins with a water source, which can be a river, lake, groundwater aquifer, or a reservoir. From the source, raw water is extracted and transported to a water treatment plant. At the treatment plant, various processes are employed to purify the water, removing impurities, pathogens, and undesirable substances to meet safety standards. These processes can include filtration, disinfection, and chemical treatment.
Once treated, the clean water is then distributed to homes, businesses, and other users through a complex