Introduction

Water is one of the essential resources required for sustaining life on Earth. However, due to urbanization and industrialization, water bodies have become increasingly polluted. To address this issue, municipalities invest in building water treatment plants. In this article, we will explore how water treatment plants work in Cities Skylines.

Source of Water

The source of water for treatment plants in Cities Skylines is determined by the type of map you are playing. If you are playing on a map with rivers or lakes, water will be drawn from those sources. Alternatively, if you play on a map with no natural bodies of water, you have to invest in pumping stations to bring water from outside the city limits.

Pumping the Water

Once the source of water is determined, pumping stations are used to deliver the water to the treatment plant at a high pressure. The high-pressure pipes deliver water to the treatment plant, where it undergoes a series of processes.

Sedimentation and Coagulation

The first stage in treating water is sedimentation. In this process, the water is left standing in large tanks, and all the heavy particles settle at the bottom of the tank. Next, coagulation occurs, where chemicals are added to the water to cause the particles to clump together, making it easier to remove them.

Filtration

After coagulation, the water is filtered to remove any remaining particles that may have passed through the sedimentation process. In Cities Skylines, sand filters may be used to filter the water at this stage.

Disinfection

The final stage in the water treatment process is disinfection. Disinfectants like chlorine or ozone are added to the water to kill any harmful bacteria or viruses in the water. The water is then sent to the distribution network at the required pressure through pumps.

Conclusion

In conclusion, water treatment plants are crucial in ensuring that we have access to clean water for consumption, agriculture, and industrial purposes. Understanding how water treatment plants in Cities Skylines work, can help improve the quality of life for your city's residents.