Most of the water distribution network is still in good condition, we just need to find the pipes that either have leaks or will fail due to deterioration.

Condition assessment and leak surveys are the best way maximize stimulus dollars by pinpointing the problems and rehabilitate specific sections.

If you think about it, to replace an entire water pipeline would cost tens of millions of dollars — why not only replace the bad sections for a fraction of the cost?

When you get a drip under your sink, do you replace all of your plumbing? Seems wasteful.