In this thesis, we address the reconstruction of a water pipeline section in the village of Stara Fužina in
Bohinj, beginning with an overview of the history of water supply systems. The materials used for
constructing water pipelines in early civilizations were chosen based on the available technical
capabilities. Today, however, the choice of materials is not only a matter of load-bearing capacity and
technical correctness but also their impact on human health.In this thesis, special attention is given to
asbestos-cement pipes, which were widely used in Slovenia with the beginning of production in the 70s
of the last century..
The core of the thesis is an analysis of the current state of the water supply system in Stara Fužina, where
asbestos-cement pipes are visibly worn, which could potentially affect the quality of drinking water.
Based on literature and expert recommendations, we provide an assessment of the functionality of these
pipes and their impact on human health. The thesis also presents an option to replace the existing pipes
with those made from modern materials and includes a hydraulic analysis of the flow rates based on the
proposed pipe dimensions.
The aim of this thesis is to provide a comprehensive assessment of the current state and to propose
appropriate solutions for the modernization of the water supply system. The thesis explores whether it
is sensible to replace the asbestos-cement pipes before the year 2029, when, according to NIJZ
guidelines, plans for their replacement will need to be prepared.
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