6. Water collection and distribution
In-service water supply and distribution networks are made up of various components: pipes, fittings, valves and accessories. They are mainly made of cast iron (55% in France) or polymer materials (PVC, HDPE, etc.)
6.1 Drinking water
The French drinking water transmission and distribution network comprises some 906,000 km of pipes
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Bibliography
Regulations
(non-exhaustive list)
Directive 2000/60/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of October 23, 2000 establishing a framework for Community action in the field of water policy (Official Journal L 327 of December 22, 2000).
Directive (EU) no. 2020/2184 of December 16, 2020 on the quality of water intended for human consumption (OJEU no. L 435 of December 23, 2020).
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