TECHNICAL AND ECONOMIC EFFICIENCY OF WATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS OF POPULATED PLACES
The increase in the reliability and efficiency of complex hydrosystems when using small hydroelectric power plants is discusses in the article. Due to the redistribution of river runoff over time, such hydrosystems provide reliable water supply, irrigation, flood protection, operation of water transport. The reliability of the power system is increased by reducing peak loads in it. The energy of the water flow belongs to renewable energy sources. Highly maneuverable hydroelectric units of HPPs ensure the reliability of power supply in case of accidents and ensure the most economical operation of thermal and nuclear power stations. At the FSBI «Sursky hydroelectric complex», on the basis of generating electricity from a small hydroelectric power station, engineering solutions have been developed that are relevant to the water management systems of settlements and territorial industrial complexes, including structures and devices for obtaining water from natural sources. These include the use of electric heating and bubbling in the space in front of the gates during the operation of water intakes and hydraulic equipment. These solutions increase the technical and economic efficiency and reliability of water management systems in cities.