Relationship of Pipeline Route to Long Term Integrity
Keywords:
Scope 8, Pipe Integrity, Risk Management, Undersea Piping, Clean Water Distribution, Corrosion, Headloss, PDAM Makassar, Gusung IslandAbstract
The provision of clean water to island regions such as Gusung Island by the Makassar Regional Water Company (PDAM Makassar) requires a complex and high risk seaborne pipeline system. This article examines Scope 8 as the comprehensive management of pipeline assets, encompassing planning, construction, operation, maintenance, and continuous evaluation of system performance. The aim is to identify key risks and analyze factors affecting pipeline integrity. The study results indicate that key risks include corrosion due to the marine environment, headloss, mechanical damage due to waves, currents, and shipping activities, as well as potential leaks due to material fatigue and joint failure, which are also influenced by seabed geotechnical conditions and environmental changes. Pipe integrity is largely determined by the selection of appropriate materials such as HDPE or coated steel, the implementation of protection systems such as coatings and cathodic protection, and the implementation of risk based inspections and regular condition monitoring. With the implementation of integrated and data driven risk management, the seaborne pipeline system can operate more safely, efficiently, and sustainably, thereby supporting the sustainability of clean water distribution in island regions.
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