The water system in the City of Decatur serves a population of 79,000, but even more noteworthy is its thirsty base of industrial customers. So when the city first considered a comprehensive study of water loss a few years ago, it seemed like a pretty good idea.“We’re always looking at our water accountability,” says Randy Miller, water services manager. “You’re always upgrading your meters to make sure they’re accurate. This was just one piece of the puzzle: Let’s find some leaks that we can’t see.”In summer of 2010, Decatur completed its first three-year comprehensive leak detection program. Total savings? Five
