Digital Water Solutions (DWS) is featured in the February 2026 issue of Municipal Sewer & Water Magazine in the article Listening for Water Losses. The story highlights how AI-powered acoustic monitoring is helping utilities detect hidden leaks and reduce non-revenue water (NRW).
The article profiles Castle Rock Water in Colorado, which lost 166 million gallons of potable water in 2023, representing an estimated $400,000 to $650,000 in lost revenue. To combat these losses, the utility completed a six-month pilot of DWS’s hydrant.AI leak detection system.
How hydrant.AI Enables Proactive Water Loss Management
DWS’s hydrant.AI uses acoustic loggers installed inside fire hydrants to monitor distribution systems during low-demand nighttime hours. These sensors collect acoustic data from the water column, and artificial intelligence analyzes the sound patterns to identify potential leaks.
By deploying multiple sensors across a service area, utilities can identify suspected leak locations and prioritize repairs before small issues escalate into costly main breaks.
Castle Rock intentionally tested the system in a PVC-piped neighborhood, a more challenging acoustic environment, to evaluate performance under difficult conditions. The goal: move from reactive emergency repairs to proactive, scheduled maintenance.
As water scarcity continues to impact regions like Colorado, early leak detection can help utilities preserve supply and reduce financial losses.
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To explore the full industry feature, read Listening for Water Losses in Municipal Sewer & Water Magazine.
Explore Proactive Water Loss Management with Digital Water Solutions
Utilities looking to reduce non-revenue water, strengthen infrastructure resilience, and implement AI-driven leak detection can connect with the team at Digital Water Solutions. Contact us today to learn how hydrant-based acoustic monitoring supports long-term operational performance and smarter water management.
