Sousa, J.Muranho, J.Marques, A. SáGomes, R.2025-07-022025-07-022014-07J. Sousa, J. Muranho, A. Sá Marques, R. Gomes, WaterNetGen Helps C-Town, Procedia Engineering, Volume 89, 2014, Pages 103-110, ISSN 1877-7058, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.proeng.2014.11.165.1877-7058http://hdl.handle.net/10400.8/1351516th International Conference on Water Distribution System Analysis, WDSA 2014, Bari, 14 July 2014 through 17 July 2014 - Code 110927The methodology proposed to solve the C-Town water distribution network problem (BBLAWN) comprises two optimization models: a least cost design model to identify the pipes to be replaced and size them; and an optimal operation model to define the pump controls and the PRV settings. Both models are solved by linking a hydraulic simulation model (WaterNetGen, a pressure driven EPANET extension) with a simulated annealing algorithm. This methodology, supported by some additional engineering expertise, provided a set of good solutions in terms of capital cost, and a good commitment with the environmental and financial damage caused by water losses.engWaterNetGenwater distribution network designwater lossespressure managementjournal article10.1016/j.proeng.2014.11.165