The water sector requires resilient infrastructure in order to supply water for domestic and industrial use, as well agriculture. Infrastructure is also required for water storage, flood defence, and water transfer.
Storage
Dams are typically manmade enclosures which serve to hold back water which often forms into lakes or reservoirs. The main types of dams are embankment dams, buttress dams, gravity dams and arch dams.
The reservoirs that form behind dams are important for storing water.
Supply
Drinking water treatment plants, drinking water distribution lines, sewer lines and storage facilities provide potable water to homes and businesses.
Defence
Flood defences range from barriers, dams, guards, and gates.
The Thames Barrier is one of the most famous flood defence constructs. It is used during high tides or storm surges to prevent flooding in London.
Irrigation
Irrigation is used to provide water for crop production and landscape maintenance. There are various types of irrigation including surface irrigation, gravity fed irriagtion, drip irrigation, and sprinkler irrigation.